1959 Morris Oxford vs. 1970 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1970 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Nissan Bluebird (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1959 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Morris Oxford weights approximately 180 kg more than 1970 Nissan Bluebird.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Morris Oxford (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1959 Morris Oxford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Morris Oxford | 1970 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Morris | Nissan |
| Model | Oxford | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2430 mm |
