1971 Morris Oxford vs. 2007 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2007 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (141 HP) has 81 more horse power than 1971 Morris Oxford. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 1971 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 554 kg more than 1971 Morris Oxford. 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, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Morris Oxford. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Hardbody will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Morris Oxford | 2007 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Morris | Nissan |
| Model | Oxford | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 141 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 90 L |
