1982 Citroen BX vs. 1953 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1982 Citroen BX is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Citroen BX (71 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1953 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Morris Oxford weights approximately 14 kg more than 1982 Citroen BX.
Because 1953 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 1953 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Citroen BX, 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, 1982 Citroen BX (122 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1982 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen BX | 1953 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Citroen | Morris |
| Model | BX | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 87 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 986 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |
