1948 Morris Oxford vs. 2000 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2000 Nissan Sentra is newer by 52 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 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Sentra (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1948 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1948 Morris Oxford.
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, 2000 Nissan Sentra, 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, 2000 Nissan Sentra (176 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm). This means 2000 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Morris Oxford. 2000 Nissan Sentra 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. 2000 Nissan Sentra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Morris Oxford | 2000 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Morris | Nissan |
Model | Oxford | Sentra |
Year Released | 1948 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1474 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 176 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 73 L |