1955 Morris Oxford vs. 1973 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1973 Nissan Cherry is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Nissan Cherry (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1955 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Nissan Cherry should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Morris Oxford weights approximately 390 kg more than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Morris Oxford (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1955 Morris Oxford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Morris Oxford | 1973 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Morris | Nissan |
| Model | Oxford | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2340 mm |
