Morris Oxford VI Diesel

A Morris Oxford Estate at Nene Park, Peterborough

A Morris Oxford Estate at Nene Park, Peterborough

Morris Oxford VI Diesel - key facts

  • Introduced in 1962, the end came for the Morris Oxford VI Diesel in 1971.
  • The 4 cylinder engine acheived a maximum power of 40 bhp.
  • The Morris Oxford VI Diesel accelerated from 0 to 60mph in 39.4 seconds.
  • Maximum speed of the Morris Oxford VI Diesel was 66 mph.
  • 208,823 of the Morris Oxford VI Diesel were produced.
Morris Oxford VI Diesel Specifications
Production 208,823
(Petrol and Diesel)
From 1962
Until 1971
Bodywork
Body StyleSaloon
Dimensions
Length14ft 7in4.45m
Width5ft 31/2in1.61m
Wheelbase8ft 42/4in2.55m
Front Track4ft 31/2in1.31m
Rear Track4ft 31/2in1.31m
Kerb Weight2520lb/1.125ton1143kg
Engine
Engine typeB-Series
Engine displacement1489cc91cu in
Bore2.87in73mm
Stroke3.5in88.9mm
Cylinders4
Cylinder LayoutInline
Valve operationOverhead valve
Compression ratio23:1
Power Output40bhp @ 4000rpm39PS @ 4000rpm
Specific Output27bhp/litre0.44bhp/cu in
Torque Output64lbft @ 1900rpm87Nm @ 1900rpm
Specific Torque58Nm/litre
Fuel TypePetrol
Fuel systemSingle Carburettor
Carburettor makeCAV
Performance
Power to weight36bhp/ton
Acceleration 0-50mph23.8 seconds
Acceleration 0-60mph39.4 seconds
Standing Qtr mile25.9 seconds
Top speed66mph106km/h
Fuel consumption37mpg16km/l
Chassis
Engine locationFront
Engine alignmentLongitudinal
Driven wheelsRear
Front SuspensionIndependent Coil Spring
Rear SuspensionBeam axle half eliptic leaf
BrakesDrums front and rear
Gearbox type4 speed Manual
Number of gears4
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