1987 Austin Maestro vs. 1951 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1987 Austin Maestro is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,475 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Austin Maestro (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1951 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Austin Maestro should accelerate faster than 1951 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Morris Oxford weights approximately 85 kg more than 1987 Austin Maestro.
Because 1951 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 1951 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Austin Maestro, 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, 1987 Austin Maestro (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1987 Austin Maestro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Austin Maestro | 1951 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Austin | Morris |
| Model | Maestro | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1475 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 40 L |
