1957 Morris Oxford vs. 1983 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1983 Toyota Corolla is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Corolla (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1957 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Morris Oxford weights approximately 155 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1957 Morris Oxford is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Morris Oxford (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1957 Morris Oxford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Morris Oxford | 1983 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Morris | Toyota |
Model | Oxford | Corolla |
Year Released | 1957 | 1983 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |