1949 Morris Oxford vs. 1964 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1964 Toyota Crown is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,837 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Toyota Crown (80 HP) has 40 more horse power than 1949 Morris Oxford. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Toyota Crown weights approximately 255 kg more than 1949 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Toyota Crown (145 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1964 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Morris Oxford | 1964 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Morris | Toyota |
| Model | Oxford | Crown |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1476 cc | 1837 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 61 L |
