1953 Morris Oxford vs. 1981 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1981 Holden Gemini is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Holden Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Holden Gemini (67 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1953 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Holden Gemini should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Morris Oxford weights approximately 45 kg more than 1981 Holden Gemini.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1981 Holden Gemini (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1981 Holden Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Morris Oxford | 1981 Holden Gemini | |
Make | Morris | Holden |
Model | Oxford | Gemini |
Year Released | 1953 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1476 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |