1991 Audi S2 vs. 1951 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1991 Audi S2 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Audi S2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi S2 (216 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1951 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi S2 should accelerate faster than 1951 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi S2 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1951 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Audi S2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Morris Oxford. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Audi S2 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 S2 (309 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1991 Audi S2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi S2 | 1951 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Audi | Morris |
| Model | S2 | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1475 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 87 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
