1948 Morris Oxford vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1948 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1948 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 331 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, 2005 Volkswagen Golf, 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 Volkswagen Golf (240 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Morris Oxford | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Morris | Volkswagen |
| Model | Oxford | Golf |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1474 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.6:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1331 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
