1980 Chrysler 160 vs. 1961 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1980 Chrysler 160 is newer by 19 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), 1980 Chrysler 160 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Chrysler 160 (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1961 Morris Oxford. (38 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Chrysler 160 should accelerate faster than 1961 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Morris Oxford weights approximately 59 kg more than 1980 Chrysler 160.
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, 1980 Chrysler 160 (132 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Morris Oxford. (87 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1980 Chrysler 160 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Chrysler 160 | 1961 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Chrysler | Morris |
| Model | 160 | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1980 | 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 | 132 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 | 1086 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2530 mm |
