1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1959 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1987 Ford Sierra is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1959 Morris Oxford. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Morris Oxford weights approximately 65 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra.
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, 1987 Ford Sierra (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Oxford. (112 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Sierra | 1959 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Ford | Morris |
Model | Sierra | Oxford |
Year Released | 1987 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4350 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2530 mm |