1970 Datsun 1200 vs. 1950 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1970 Datsun 1200 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,476 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Datsun 1200 (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1950 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Datsun 1200 should accelerate faster than 1950 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Morris Oxford weights approximately 307 kg more than 1970 Datsun 1200.
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, 1970 Datsun 1200 (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1970 Datsun 1200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Datsun 1200 | 1950 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Datsun | Morris |
| Model | 1200 | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 87 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 40 L |
