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Morris Oxford 1.6

General information

ModelMorris Oxford 1.6
Year1965
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating62.2 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1622 ccm (98.97 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveRear wheels

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1622 ccm (98.97 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power62.5 PS (46 kW or 62 HP) at 4500 Rev. per min.
Max torque122.00 Nm (12.4 kgf-m or 90.0 ft.lbs) at 2500 Rev. per min.
Compression8.3:1
Bore x stroke76.2 x 88.9 mm (3.0 x 3.5 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
Cooling systemLiquid

Speed and acceleration

Top speed129.0 km/h (80.2 mph)
Power/weight ratio0.0556 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space4060 litres (1,073 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDrums
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight1130 kg (2,491.2 pounds)
Overall length4430 mm (174.4 inches)
Overall width1620 mm (63.8 inches)
Overall height1530 mm (60.2 inches)
Ground clearance180 mm (7.1 inches)
Wheelbase2560 mm (100.8 inches)

Other specifications

Country of originUK
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