1948 Morris Oxford vs. 1962 Steyr 700C
To start off, 1962 Steyr 700C is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Morris Oxford (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1962 Steyr 700C. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Morris Oxford should accelerate faster than 1962 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Morris Oxford weights approximately 460 kg more than 1962 Steyr 700C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1948 Morris Oxford (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Steyr 700C. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1948 Morris Oxford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Morris Oxford | 1962 Steyr 700C | |
| Make | Morris | Steyr |
| Model | Oxford | 700C |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 1474 cc | 641 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 1950 mm |
