1992 Ford Orion vs. 1956 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1992 Ford Orion is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Orion (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1956 Morris Oxford. (52 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Orion should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Morris Oxford weights approximately 47 kg more than 1992 Ford Orion.
Because 1956 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 1956 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Ford Orion (131 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm). This means 1992 Ford Orion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Orion | 1956 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | Orion | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1610 mm |
