1948 Morris Oxford vs. 1973 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1973 Nissan Cherry is newer by 25 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, 1973 Nissan Cherry (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1948 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Nissan Cherry should accelerate faster than 1948 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Morris Oxford weights approximately 320 kg more than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Let's talk about torque, 1948 Morris Oxford (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1948 Morris Oxford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Morris Oxford | 1973 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Morris | Nissan |
| Model | Oxford | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1474 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2340 mm |
