1966 Datsun 1000 vs. 1951 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1966 Datsun 1000 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,475 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Datsun 1000 (61 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1951 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Datsun 1000 should accelerate faster than 1951 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Morris Oxford weights approximately 375 kg more than 1966 Datsun 1000.
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, 1951 Morris Oxford (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Datsun 1000. (84 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1951 Morris Oxford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Datsun 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Datsun 1000 | 1951 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Datsun | Morris |
| Model | 1000 | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1475 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 87 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2470 mm |
