1995 Holden Statesman vs. 1959 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1995 Holden Statesman is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Holden Statesman (221 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1959 Morris Oxford. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Holden Statesman weights approximately 460 kg more than 1959 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1995 Holden Statesman (370 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Oxford. (112 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1995 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Holden Statesman | 1959 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Holden | Morris |
| Model | Statesman | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2530 mm |
