1997 Buick Century vs. 1951 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1997 Buick Century is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Buick Century (165 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1951 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1951 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Century weights approximately 520 kg more than 1951 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 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 1951 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Buick Century, 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, 1997 Buick Century (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Buick Century | 1951 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Buick | Morris |
| Model | Century | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1475 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 40 L |
