1950 Morris Oxford vs. 1982 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, 1982 Vauxhall Nova is newer by 32 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 1,476 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Vauxhall Nova (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1950 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Vauxhall Nova should accelerate faster than 1950 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Morris Oxford weights approximately 262 kg more than 1982 Vauxhall Nova.
Because 1950 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 1950 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Vauxhall Nova, 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, 1950 Morris Oxford (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Vauxhall Nova. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1950 Morris Oxford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Vauxhall Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Morris Oxford | 1982 Vauxhall Nova | |
| Make | Morris | Vauxhall |
| Model | Oxford | Nova |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1476 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2350 mm |
