2002 Citroen Xsara vs. 1955 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2002 Citroen Xsara is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Citroen Xsara (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1955 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Morris Oxford weights approximately 5 kg more than 2002 Citroen Xsara.
Because 1955 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 1955 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Citroen Xsara (116 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen Xsara | 1955 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Citroen | Morris |
| Model | Xsara | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
