1948 Morris Oxford vs. 1968 Saab Sonett
To start off, 1968 Saab Sonett is newer by 20 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 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Saab Sonett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Saab Sonett (64 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1948 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Saab Sonett should accelerate faster than 1948 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Morris Oxford weights approximately 225 kg more than 1968 Saab Sonett.
Because 1948 Morris Oxford is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1948 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Saab Sonett, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1968 Saab Sonett (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1968 Saab Sonett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Morris Oxford | 1968 Saab Sonett | |
| Make | Morris | Saab |
| Model | Oxford | Sonett |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1474 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 58.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
