1984 Austin Montego vs. 1959 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1984 Austin Montego 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 Austin Montego (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1959 Morris Oxford. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Morris Oxford weights approximately 170 kg more than 1984 Austin Montego.
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 Austin Montego, 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Morris Oxford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Austin Montego | 1959 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Austin | Morris |
Model | Montego | Oxford |
Year Released | 1984 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1257 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4350 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |