1983 Citroen Visa vs. 1963 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1983 Citroen Visa is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,622 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Morris Oxford (60 HP) has 11 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Morris Oxford should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Morris Oxford weights approximately 325 kg more than 1983 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 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 1963 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Citroen Visa, 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, 1963 Morris Oxford (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1963 Morris Oxford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen Visa | 1963 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Citroen | Morris |
Model | Visa | Oxford |
Year Released | 1983 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1622 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 60 HP |
Torque | 86 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2560 mm |