1978 Chrysler 1609 vs. 1961 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1978 Chrysler 1609 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,639 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Chrysler 1609 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chrysler 1609 (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1961 Morris Oxford. (38 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chrysler 1609 should accelerate faster than 1961 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Morris Oxford weights approximately 55 kg more than 1978 Chrysler 1609.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1978 Chrysler 1609 (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Morris Oxford. (87 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1978 Chrysler 1609 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chrysler 1609 | 1961 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Chrysler | Morris |
| Model | 1609 | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2530 mm |
