1948 Morris Oxford vs. 1995 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire is newer by 47 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 2,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1948 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 1948 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 240 kg more than 1948 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire, 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, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1995 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Morris Oxford | 1995 Pontiac Sunfire | |
Make | Morris | Pontiac |
Model | Oxford | Sunfire |
Year Released | 1948 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1474 cc | 2392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 54 L |