1980 Audi 80 vs. 1948 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1980 Audi 80 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi 80 (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1948 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1948 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Morris Oxford weights approximately 20 kg more than 1980 Audi 80.
Because 1948 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 1948 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi 80, 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, 1980 Audi 80 (104 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1980 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 80 | 1948 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Audi | Morris |
| Model | 80 | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 40 L |
