1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1961 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1987 Ford Sierra is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (224 HP) has 164 more horse power than 1961 Morris Oxford. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1961 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Sierra weights approximately 77 kg more than 1961 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Morris Oxford. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 1961 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | Sierra | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1620 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 248 km/hour | 129 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1207 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2530 mm |
