1987 Ford Festiva vs. 1971 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1987 Ford Festiva is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,622 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Morris Oxford (60 HP) has 3 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (57 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Morris Oxford should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Morris Oxford weights approximately 350 kg more than 1987 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 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 1971 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Ford Festiva, 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, 1971 Morris Oxford (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Morris Oxford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Festiva | 1971 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Ford | Morris |
Model | Festiva | Oxford |
Year Released | 1987 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1622 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 60 HP |
Torque | 100 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2530 mm |