1959 Morris Oxford vs. 1979 Seat 124
To start off, 1979 Seat 124 is newer by 20 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 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Seat 124 (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1959 Morris Oxford. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Morris Oxford weights approximately 190 kg more than 1979 Seat 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Morris Oxford (112 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1959 Morris Oxford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Morris Oxford | 1979 Seat 124 | |
Make | Morris | Seat |
Model | Oxford | 124 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2430 mm |