1992 Ford Sierra vs. 1953 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1992 Ford Sierra is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Sierra (74 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1953 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Sierra weights approximately 10 kg more than 1953 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Sierra (122 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Sierra | 1953 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | Sierra | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2470 mm |
