1958 Austin A 35 vs. 1957 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1958 Austin A 35 is newer by 1 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, 1957 Morris Oxford (49 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Morris Oxford should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Morris Oxford weights approximately 395 kg more than 1958 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Morris Oxford (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1957 Morris Oxford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A 35 | 1957 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Austin | Morris |
| Model | A 35 | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2470 mm |
