1955 Morris Oxford vs. 1978 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1978 Subaru Leone is newer by 23 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Subaru Leone (66 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1955 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Morris Oxford weights approximately 85 kg more than 1978 Subaru Leone.
Because 1978 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Morris Oxford. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Subaru Leone 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, 1978 Subaru Leone (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1978 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Morris Oxford | 1978 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Morris | Subaru |
| Model | Oxford | Leone |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2450 mm |
