1956 Morris Oxford vs. 1976 Nissan 260 ZX
To start off, 1976 Nissan 260 ZX is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Nissan 260 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Nissan 260 ZX (124 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1956 Morris Oxford. (52 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Nissan 260 ZX should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Nissan 260 ZX weights approximately 97 kg more than 1956 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, 1976 Nissan 260 ZX (189 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm). This means 1976 Nissan 260 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Morris Oxford | 1976 Nissan 260 ZX | |
| Make | Morris | Nissan |
| Model | Oxford | 260 ZX |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
