1986 Mitsubishi Starion vs. 1961 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1986 Mitsubishi Starion is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Mitsubishi Starion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mitsubishi Starion (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1961 Morris Oxford. (38 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mitsubishi Starion should accelerate faster than 1961 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Morris Oxford weights approximately 20 kg more than 1986 Mitsubishi Starion.
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, 1986 Mitsubishi Starion (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Morris Oxford. (87 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1986 Mitsubishi Starion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mitsubishi Starion | 1961 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Morris |
| Model | Starion | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1145 kg |
