1948 Morris Oxford vs. 2005 Vauxhall Omega

To start off, 2005 Vauxhall Omega 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Vauxhall Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1948 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 1948 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 608 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.

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, 2005 Vauxhall Omega (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Morris Oxford.

Compare all specifications:

1948 Morris Oxford 2005 Vauxhall Omega
Make Morris Vauxhall
Model Oxford Omega
Year Released 1948 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1474 cc 2198 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 40 HP 142 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 88 Nm 209 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1000 kg 1608 kg
Vehicle Length 4220 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1630 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2740 mm


 

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