1948 Morris Oxford vs. 1972 Holden Torana
To start off, 1972 Holden Torana is newer by 24 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Holden Torana (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1948 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1948 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Morris Oxford weights approximately 70 kg more than 1972 Holden Torana.
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, 1972 Holden Torana (131 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1972 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Morris Oxford. 1972 Holden Torana has automatic transmission and 1948 Morris Oxford has manual transmission. 1948 Morris Oxford will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Holden Torana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Morris Oxford | 1972 Holden Torana | |
Make | Morris | Holden |
Model | Oxford | Torana |
Year Released | 1948 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1474 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2440 mm |