1997 Citroen Xsara vs. 1959 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1997 Citroen Xsara is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Citroen Xsara (74 HP) has 25 more horse power than 1959 Morris Oxford. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Morris Oxford weights approximately 65 kg more than 1997 Citroen Xsara.
Because 1959 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 1959 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Xsara, 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, 1997 Citroen Xsara (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Citroen Xsara | 1959 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Citroen | Morris |
Model | Xsara | Oxford |
Year Released | 1997 | 1959 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88.9 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |