1948 Morris Oxford vs. 1998 Opel Meriva
To start off, 1998 Opel Meriva is newer by 50 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Meriva (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1948 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1948 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Meriva weights approximately 375 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, 1998 Opel Meriva, 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, 1998 Opel Meriva (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Morris Oxford | 1998 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Morris | Opel |
Model | Oxford | Meriva |
Year Released | 1948 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1474 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2640 mm |