1948 Morris Oxford vs. 1976 Seat 124
To start off, 1976 Seat 124 is newer by 28 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, 1976 Seat 124 (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1948 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Seat 124 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 1976 Seat 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Seat 124 (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1976 Seat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Morris Oxford | 1976 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Morris | Seat |
| Model | Oxford | 124 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1474 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2430 mm |
