1959 Morris Oxford vs. 2006 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2006 Nissan Primera is newer by 47 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Primera (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1959 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Primera weights approximately 363 kg more than 1959 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Morris Oxford is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Primera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Nissan Primera (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Morris Oxford | 2006 Nissan Primera | |
Make | Morris | Nissan |
Model | Oxford | Primera |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 80.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1448 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2690 mm |