1949 Morris Oxford vs. 1974 Morris 1800
To start off, 1974 Morris 1800 is newer by 25 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Morris 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Morris 1800 (85 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1949 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Morris 1800 should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Morris 1800 weights approximately 206 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.
Because 1949 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 1949 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Morris 1800, 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, 1974 Morris 1800 (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1974 Morris 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Morris Oxford | 1974 Morris 1800 | |
| Make | Morris | Morris |
| Model | Oxford | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1476 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.6 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2700 mm |
