1958 Morris Oxford vs. 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma is newer by 24 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1958 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Morris Oxford weights approximately 16 kg more than 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma.
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, 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Oxford. 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma has automatic transmission and 1958 Morris Oxford has manual transmission. 1958 Morris Oxford will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Morris Oxford | 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Morris | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Oxford | Sigma |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2520 mm |
