1980 Austin Mini Metro vs. 1948 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1980 Austin Mini Metro 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 1,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Austin Mini Metro (45 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1948 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Austin Mini Metro should accelerate faster than 1948 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Morris Oxford weights approximately 253 kg more than 1980 Austin Mini Metro.
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 Austin Mini Metro, 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, 1948 Morris Oxford (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (73 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1948 Morris Oxford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Mini Metro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Mini Metro | 1948 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Austin | Morris |
| Model | Mini Metro | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 747 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 40 L |
