1974 Mazda RX-2 vs. 1958 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1974 Mazda RX-2 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 2,292 cc, 1974 Mazda RX-2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mazda RX-2 (119 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1958 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mazda RX-2 should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Morris Oxford weights approximately 126 kg more than 1974 Mazda RX-2.
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 Mazda RX-2 (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1974 Mazda RX-2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda RX-2 | 1958 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Mazda | Morris |
| Model | RX-2 | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2470 mm |
