1949 Morris Oxford vs. 2006 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2006 Nissan Primera is newer by 57 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 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Primera (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1949 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Primera weights approximately 416 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, 2006 Nissan Primera, 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, 2006 Nissan Primera (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Morris Oxford | 2006 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Morris | Nissan |
| Model | Oxford | Primera |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1476 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 62 L |
