1984 Audi Coupe vs. 1955 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1984 Audi Coupe is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi Coupe (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1955 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Morris Oxford weights approximately 135 kg more than 1984 Audi Coupe.
Because 1955 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 1955 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Audi Coupe, 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, 1984 Audi Coupe (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1984 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Audi Coupe | 1955 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Audi | Morris |
Model | Coupe | Oxford |
Year Released | 1984 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |