1983 Citroen BX vs. 1953 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1983 Citroen BX is newer by 30 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 1,476 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Citroen BX (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1953 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 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 110 kg more than 1983 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, 1983 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, 1983 Citroen BX (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1983 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen BX | 1953 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Citroen | Morris |
| Model | BX | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |
