1983 Mazda 929 vs. 1957 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1983 Mazda 929 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mazda 929 (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1957 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mazda 929 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1957 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, 1983 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1983 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mazda 929 | 1957 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Mazda | Morris |
| Model | 929 | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2470 mm |
