1972 AMC Javelin vs. 1955 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1972 AMC Javelin is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Javelin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Javelin (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1955 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Javelin should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Javelin weights approximately 415 kg more than 1955 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, 1972 AMC Javelin (468 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Javelin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Javelin | 1955 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | AMC | Morris |
| Model | Javelin | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.6 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2470 mm |
