1948 Morris Oxford vs. 2005 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2005 Seat Arosa is newer by 57 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 1,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Arosa (59 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1948 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Arosa should accelerate faster than 1948 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Morris Oxford weights approximately 26 kg more than 2005 Seat Arosa.
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, 2005 Seat Arosa, 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, 2005 Seat Arosa (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Arosa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Morris Oxford | 2005 Seat Arosa | |
Make | Morris | Seat |
Model | Oxford | Arosa |
Year Released | 1948 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1474 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 974 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 34 L |