1980 Austin Mini Metro vs. 1955 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1980 Austin Mini Metro is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Austin Mini Metro (62 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1955 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Austin Mini Metro should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Morris Oxford weights approximately 331 kg more than 1980 Austin Mini Metro.
Because 1955 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 1955 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, 1955 Morris Oxford (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (97 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1955 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 | 1955 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Austin | Morris |
| Model | Mini Metro | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1257 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.7 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 754 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2470 mm |
