1984 Audi 80 vs. 1959 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1984 Audi 80 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi 80 (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1959 Morris Oxford. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Morris Oxford weights approximately 190 kg more than 1984 Audi 80.
Because 1959 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 1959 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Audi 80, 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, 1959 Morris Oxford (112 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 80. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Morris Oxford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Audi 80 | 1959 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Audi | Morris |
Model | 80 | Oxford |
Year Released | 1984 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4350 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |