1985 Morgan 4 vs. 1949 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1985 Morgan 4 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Morgan 4 (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1949 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Morris Oxford weights approximately 175 kg more than 1985 Morgan 4.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Morgan 4 (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1985 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Morgan 4 | 1949 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Morgan | Morris |
Model | 4 | Oxford |
Year Released | 1985 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1476 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2470 mm |