2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 1959 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2000 Citroen Xsara is newer by 41 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 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen Xsara (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1959 Morris Oxford. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 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 10 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 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, 2000 Citroen Xsara (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Oxford. (112 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen Xsara | 1959 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Citroen | Morris |
Model | Xsara | Oxford |
Year Released | 2000 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1868 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4350 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |