1957 Holden FE vs. 1969 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1969 Morris Oxford is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Holden FE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Holden FE would be higher. At 2,166 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Holden FE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 60 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Morris Oxford weights approximately 150 kg more than 1957 Holden FE.
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, 1957 Holden FE (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Morris Oxford. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1957 Holden FE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Holden FE | 1969 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Holden | Morris |
| Model | FE | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 1621 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2530 mm |
