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Morris Oxford 1.6

General information

ModelMorris Oxford 1.6
Year1968
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating63.3 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 power61.80 PS (45 kW or 61 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
Cooling systemLiquid

Speed and acceleration

Top speed129.0 km/h (80.2 mph)
Power/weight ratio0.0547 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space4060 litres (1,073 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.5

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDrums
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight1134 kg (2,500.0 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)
Wheelbase2530 mm (99.6 inches)
Fuel capacity45.0 litres (11.89 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originUK
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