1991 Ford Orion vs. 1955 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1991 Ford Orion 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Orion (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1955 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Orion should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Morris Oxford weights approximately 65 kg more than 1991 Ford Orion.
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 Ford Orion, 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 Ford Orion (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Orion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ford Orion | 1955 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Ford | Morris |
Model | Orion | Oxford |
Year Released | 1991 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1610 mm |