1974 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1954 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1974 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Chevrolet Caprice (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1954 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1954 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, 1974 Chevrolet Caprice (339 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1974 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Chevrolet Caprice | 1954 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Chevrolet | Morris |
Model | Caprice | Oxford |
Year Released | 1974 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1476 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2470 mm |