1985 Audi 100 vs. 1949 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1985 Audi 100 is newer by 36 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 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 100 (136 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1949 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 100 weights approximately 230 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, 1985 Audi 100, 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, 1985 Audi 100 (180 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1985 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 1949 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Audi | Morris |
| Model | 100 | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 87 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2470 mm |
