Morris Oxford Series II

A Morris Oxford Series II from 1954

A Morris Oxford Series II from 1954

Morris Oxford Series II - key facts

  • Introduced in 1954, the end came for the Morris Oxford Series II in 1956.
  • The 4 cylinder engine acheived a maximum power of 50 bhp.
  • 60mph was reached in 29 seconds.
  • Maximum speed of the Morris Oxford Series II was 73 mph.
  • A total of 87,341 units were manufactured .
Morris Oxford Series II Specifications
Production 87,341
From 1954
Until 1956
Bodywork
Body StyleSaloon/Estate
Dimensions
Length14ft 2in4m
Width5ft 5in1.65m
Wheelbase8ft 0in2.46m
Front Track4ft 51/2in1.36m
Rear Track4ft 51/2in1.36m
Kerb Weight2464lb/1ton1118kg
Engine
Engine typeB-Series
Engine displacement1489cc91cu in
Bore2.87in73mm
Stroke3.5in89mm
Cylinders4
Cylinder LayoutInline
Valve operationOverhead valve
Compression ratio7.4:1
Power Output50bhp @ 4800rpm49PS @ 4800rpm
Specific Output34bhp/litre0.55bhp/cu in
Torque Output78lbft @ 2400rpm106Nm @ 2400rpm
Specific Torque71Nm/litre
Fuel TypePetrol
Fuel systemSingle Carburettor
Carburettor makeSU
Performance
Power to weight45bhp/ton
Acceleration 0-50mph18.5 seconds
Acceleration 0-60mph29 seconds
Standing Qtr mile24.2 seconds
Top speed73mph117km/h
Fuel consumption28mpg12km/l
Chassis
Engine locationFront
Engine alignmentLongitudinal
Driven wheelsRear
Front SuspensionIndependent Torsion bar
Rear SuspensionBeam axle half eliptic leaf
BrakesDrums front and rear
Gearbox type4spd/SemiAuto
Number of gears4
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