1957 Morris Oxford vs. 2010 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2010 Nissan Frontier is newer by 53 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 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1957 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 1231 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.
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, 2010 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Morris Oxford | 2010 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Morris | Nissan |
Model | Oxford | Frontier |
Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 3952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 2316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3200 mm |