1988 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1954 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1954 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Morris Oxford weights approximately 105 kg more than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Morris Oxford (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 Morris Oxford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1954 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Morris |
| Model | Lancer | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2470 mm |
