1951 Morris Oxford vs. 1991 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1991 Subaru Legacy is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Subaru Legacy (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1951 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1951 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 250 kg more than 1951 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Morris Oxford. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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, 1991 Subaru Legacy (164 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1991 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Morris Oxford | 1991 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Morris | Subaru |
| Model | Oxford | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1475 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2590 mm |
