1991 Audi 80 vs. 1955 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1991 Audi 80 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi 80 (88 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1955 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 80 weights approximately 225 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 1955 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 1955 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Audi 80, 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, 1991 Audi 80 (182 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1991 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 80 | 1955 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Audi | Morris |
| Model | 80 | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2470 mm |
