1957 Morris Oxford vs. 1988 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1988 Toyota Blizzard is newer by 31 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 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Blizzard (76 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1957 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Blizzard should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 265 kg more than 1957 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Morris Oxford. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Blizzard 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, 1988 Toyota Blizzard (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Blizzard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Morris Oxford | 1988 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Morris | Toyota |
| Model | Oxford | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2210 mm |
