1994 Morgan 4 vs. 1963 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1994 Morgan 4 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Morgan 4 (112 HP) has 52 more horse power than 1963 Morris Oxford. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1963 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Morris Oxford weights approximately 160 kg more than 1994 Morgan 4.
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, 1994 Morgan 4 (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Morris Oxford. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Morgan 4 | 1963 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Morgan | Morris |
Model | 4 | Oxford |
Year Released | 1994 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1622 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 60 HP |
Torque | 160 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |