1985 Citroen BX vs. 1959 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1985 Citroen BX is newer by 26 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 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen BX (58 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1959 Morris Oxford. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Morris Oxford weights approximately 130 kg more than 1985 Citroen BX.
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, 1985 Citroen BX, 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1959 Morris Oxford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Citroen BX | 1959 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Citroen | Morris |
Model | BX | Oxford |
Year Released | 1985 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4350 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |