1991 Audi 100 vs. 1955 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1991 Audi 100 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi 100 (226 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1955 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 100 weights approximately 529 kg more than 1955 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Audi 100 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Morris Oxford. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1991 Audi 100 (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1991 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 1955 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Audi | Morris |
| Model | 100 | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2470 mm |
