1984 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1948 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1984 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Mitsubishi Colt (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1948 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1948 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Morris Oxford weights approximately 80 kg more than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt.
Because 1948 Morris Oxford is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1948 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Mitsubishi Colt, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Mitsubishi Colt (102 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1984 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mitsubishi Colt | 1948 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Morris |
| Model | Colt | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1437 cc | 1474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2470 mm |
