1990 Holden Barina vs. 1955 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1990 Holden Barina is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Holden Barina (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1955 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Holden Barina should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Morris Oxford weights approximately 355 kg more than 1990 Holden Barina.
Because 1955 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 1955 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Holden Barina, 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, 1955 Morris Oxford (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1955 Morris Oxford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Holden Barina | 1955 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Holden | Morris |
| Model | Barina | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1322 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2470 mm |
