1949 Morris Oxford vs. 1971 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1971 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 22 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 1,476 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Triumph Spitfire (57 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1949 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Morris Oxford weights approximately 220 kg more than 1971 Triumph Spitfire.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Triumph Spitfire (97 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1971 Triumph Spitfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Morris Oxford | 1971 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Morris | Triumph |
| Model | Oxford | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1476 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2110 mm |
