1962 Morris Minor vs. 1957 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1962 Morris Minor is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Morris Oxford (49 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1962 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Morris Oxford should accelerate faster than 1962 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Morris Oxford weights approximately 260 kg more than 1962 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1957 Morris Oxford (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Morris Minor. (67 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1957 Morris Oxford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Morris Minor | 1957 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Morris | Morris |
Model | Minor | Oxford |
Year Released | 1962 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 67 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2470 mm |