1976 Citroen CX vs. 1949 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1976 Citroen CX is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 2,347 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Citroen CX (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1949 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen CX weights approximately 305 kg more than 1949 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 Morris Oxford is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1949 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1976 Citroen CX (186 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1976 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 1949 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Citroen | Morris |
| Model | CX | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 1476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 40 L |
