1981 Morgan 4 vs. 1954 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1981 Morgan 4 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Morgan 4 (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1954 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Morris Oxford weights approximately 340 kg more than 1981 Morgan 4.
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, 1981 Morgan 4 (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1981 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Morgan 4 | 1954 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Morgan | Morris |
Model | 4 | Oxford |
Year Released | 1981 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1476 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2470 mm |