1959 Morris Oxford vs. 1974 Triumph Dolomite
To start off, 1974 Triumph Dolomite is newer by 15 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 1,854 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Triumph Dolomite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Triumph Dolomite (96 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1959 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Triumph Dolomite should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Morris Oxford weights approximately 137 kg more than 1974 Triumph Dolomite.
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, 1974 Triumph Dolomite (150 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1974 Triumph Dolomite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Morris Oxford | 1974 Triumph Dolomite | |
Make | Morris | Triumph |
Model | Oxford | Dolomite |
Year Released | 1959 | 1974 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1854 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 948 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2460 mm |