1983 Ford Tempo vs. 1949 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1983 Ford Tempo is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Tempo (89 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1949 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Tempo weights approximately 110 kg more than 1949 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 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 1949 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Ford Tempo, 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 Ford Tempo (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Tempo | 1949 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | Tempo | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2470 mm |
