1948 Morris Oxford vs. 2009 Nissan Tiida
To start off, 2009 Nissan Tiida is newer by 61 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Tiida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Tiida (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1948 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Tiida should accelerate faster than 1948 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Tiida weights approximately 284 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, 2009 Nissan Tiida, 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, 2009 Nissan Tiida (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Tiida will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Morris Oxford | 2009 Nissan Tiida | |
| Make | Morris | Nissan |
| Model | Oxford | Tiida |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1474 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 52 L |
