1954 GAZ M-20 vs. 1957 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1957 Morris Oxford is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,120 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 GAZ M-20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 GAZ M-20 (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1957 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 GAZ M-20 should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1957 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1954 GAZ M-20 (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1954 GAZ M-20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1954 GAZ M-20 | 1957 Morris Oxford | |
Make | GAZ | Morris |
Model | M-20 | Oxford |
Year Released | 1954 | 1957 |
Engine Size | 2120 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |