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 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Citroen Xsara (55 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1959 Morris Oxford. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM). 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 21 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, 1959 Morris Oxford (112 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen Xsara. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Morris Oxford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Citroen Xsara | 1959 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Citroen | Morris |
Model | Xsara | Oxford |
Year Released | 1997 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4350 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1099 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |