1995 Mitsubishi Diamante vs. 1948 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante is newer by 47 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 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante (205 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1948 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 1948 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 550 kg more than 1948 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante, 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, 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante (306 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Morris Oxford. 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante has automatic transmission and 1948 Morris Oxford has manual transmission. 1948 Morris Oxford will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante | 1948 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Morris |
| Model | Diamante | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3495 cc | 1474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2470 mm |
