1959 Morris Oxford vs. 2011 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2011 Nissan Cube is newer by 52 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Cube is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Cube (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1959 Morris Oxford. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Cube should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Cube weights approximately 145 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, 2011 Nissan Cube, 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, 2011 Nissan Cube (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Oxford. (112 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Cube will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Morris Oxford | 2011 Nissan Cube | |
Make | Morris | Nissan |
Model | Oxford | Cube |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1651 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2530 mm |