1987 Citroen AX vs. 1950 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,476 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen AX (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1950 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1950 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Morris Oxford weights approximately 294 kg more than 1987 Citroen AX.
Because 1950 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 1950 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX, 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, 1950 Morris Oxford (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1950 Morris Oxford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1950 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Citroen | Morris |
| Model | AX | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 87 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 708 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 40 L |
