1950 Morris Oxford vs. 1970 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1970 Nissan Cedric is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Nissan Cedric (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1950 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1950 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 288 kg more than 1950 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, 1970 Nissan Cedric (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1970 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Morris Oxford | 1970 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Morris | Nissan |
| Model | Oxford | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1476 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2700 mm |
