1987 Audi 80 vs. 1965 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1987 Audi 80 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,622 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Audi 80 (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1965 Morris Oxford. (61 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1965 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Morris Oxford weights approximately 110 kg more than 1987 Audi 80.
Because 1965 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 1965 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Audi 80, 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, 1965 Morris Oxford (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Audi 80. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1965 Morris Oxford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi 80 | 1965 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Audi | Morris |
| Model | 80 | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2560 mm |
