Morris Oxford VI

A Morris Oxford Estate at Nene Park, Peterborough

Click to show all images

Morris Oxford VI - key facts

Following it’s introduction in 1961, the Morris Oxford VI continued in production until 1971.
The 4 cylinder engine acheived a maximum power of 61 bhp.
The Morris Oxford VI accelerated from 0 to 60mph in 21.4 seconds.
The maximum speed of the Morris Oxford VI was 81 mph.
208,823 of the Morris Oxford VI were produced.

Morris Oxford VI Specifications
Production	208,823 (Petrol and Diesel)
From	1961
Until	1971
Bodywork
Body Style	Saloon/Estate
Dimensions
Length	14ft 7in	4.45m
Width	5ft 31/2in	1.61m
Wheelbase	8ft 42/4in	2.55m
Front Track	4ft 31/2in	1.31m
Rear Track	4ft 31/2in	1.31m
Kerb Weight	2473lb/1ton	1122kg
Engine
Engine type	B-Series
Engine displacement	1622cc	99cu in
Bore	3in	76.2mm
Stroke	3.5in	88.9mm
Cylinders	4
Cylinder Layout	Inline
Valve operation	Overhead valve
Compression ratio	8.3:1
Power Output	61bhp @ 4500rpm	60PS @ 4500rpm
Specific Output	38bhp/litre	0.62bhp/cu in
Torque Output	90lbft @ 2100rpm	122Nm @ 2100rpm
Specific Torque	75Nm/litre
Fuel Type	Petrol
Fuel system	Single Carburettor
Carburettor make	SU
Performance
Power to weight	55bhp/ton
Acceleration 0-50mph	15.6 seconds
Acceleration 0-60mph	21.4 seconds
Standing Qtr mile	21.8 seconds
Top speed	81mph	130km/h
Fuel consumption	26mpg	11km/l
Chassis
Engine location	Front
Engine alignment	Longitudinal
Driven wheels	Rear
Front Suspension	Independent Coil Spring
Rear Suspension	Beam axle half eliptic leaf
Brakes	Drums front and rear
Gearbox type	4spd/Auto
Number of gears	4