1949 Morris Oxford vs. 2002 Renault Clio
To start off, 2002 Renault Clio is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Clio (252 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1949 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Clio weights approximately 410 kg more than 1949 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, 2002 Renault Clio (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Morris Oxford | 2002 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Morris | Renault |
| Model | Oxford | Clio |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1476 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7150 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
