1958 Morris Oxford vs. 2011 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2011 Nissan Frontier is newer by 53 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1958 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Oxford.
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, 2011 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Morris Oxford | 2011 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Morris | Nissan |
Model | Oxford | Frontier |
Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 3954 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 |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3200 mm |