1976 Chrysler Centura vs. 1951 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1976 Chrysler Centura is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Chrysler Centura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chrysler Centura (118 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1951 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chrysler Centura should accelerate faster than 1951 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chrysler Centura weights approximately 115 kg more than 1951 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, 1976 Chrysler Centura (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler Centura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chrysler Centura | 1951 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Chrysler | Morris |
| Model | Centura | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 1475 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2470 mm |
