1998 Citroen Saxo vs. 1957 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1998 Citroen Saxo is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Saxo (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1957 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Saxo should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Morris Oxford weights approximately 245 kg more than 1998 Citroen Saxo.
Because 1957 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 1957 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Saxo, 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, 1998 Citroen Saxo (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen Saxo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Saxo | 1957 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Citroen | Morris |
| Model | Saxo | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2470 mm |
