1973 Mazda 929 vs. 1955 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1973 Mazda 929 is newer by 18 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 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1955 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Morris Oxford weights approximately 15 kg more than 1973 Mazda 929.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mazda 929 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda 929 | 1955 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Mazda | Morris |
| Model | 929 | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |
