1998 Chevrolet Express vs. 1953 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Express is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Express (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1953 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1330 kg more than 1953 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, 1998 Chevrolet Express (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Express | 1953 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Chevrolet | Morris |
Model | Express | Oxford |
Year Released | 1998 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1476 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2470 mm |