1984 Ford Orion vs. 1948 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1984 Ford Orion is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,606 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Orion (54 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1948 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Orion should accelerate faster than 1948 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Morris Oxford weights approximately 50 kg more than 1984 Ford Orion.
Because 1948 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 1948 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Ford Orion, 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 Ford Orion (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Orion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Orion | 1948 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | Orion | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 1474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |
