1958 Morris Oxford vs. 1979 Subaru Coupe
To start off, 1979 Subaru Coupe is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Subaru Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Subaru Coupe (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1958 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Subaru Coupe should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Morris Oxford weights approximately 171 kg more than 1979 Subaru Coupe.
Because 1958 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 1958 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Subaru Coupe, 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, 1979 Subaru Coupe (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1979 Subaru Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Morris Oxford | 1979 Subaru Coupe | |
Make | Morris | Subaru |
Model | Oxford | Coupe |
Year Released | 1958 | 1979 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |