1991 Citroen ZX vs. 1965 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1991 Citroen ZX is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,622 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Citroen ZX (89 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1965 Morris Oxford. (61 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Citroen ZX should accelerate faster than 1965 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Morris Oxford weights approximately 130 kg more than 1991 Citroen ZX.
Because 1965 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 1965 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Citroen ZX, 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 Citroen ZX (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Morris Oxford. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Citroen ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen ZX | 1965 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Citroen | Morris |
| Model | ZX | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 129 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2560 mm |
