1961 Morris Oxford vs. 1978 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1978 Nissan Stanza is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Nissan Stanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Nissan Stanza (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1961 Morris Oxford. (38 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 1961 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Morris Oxford weights approximately 190 kg more than 1978 Nissan Stanza.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Nissan Stanza (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Morris Oxford. (87 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1978 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Morris Oxford | 1978 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Morris | Nissan |
| Model | Oxford | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |
