1978 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1953 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1978 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mitsubishi Galant (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1953 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 165 kg more than 1953 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1978 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mitsubishi Galant | 1953 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Morris |
| Model | Galant | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |
