1986 Citroen CX vs. 1959 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1986 Citroen CX is newer by 27 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen CX (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1959 Morris Oxford. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen CX weights approximately 300 kg more than 1959 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1986 Citroen CX, 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, 1986 Citroen CX (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Oxford. (112 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen CX | 1959 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Citroen | Morris |
| Model | CX | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2530 mm |
