1949 Morris Oxford vs. 2002 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2002 Subaru Forester 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Subaru Forester (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1949 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Subaru Forester weights approximately 385 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.
Because 2002 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Morris Oxford. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Forester (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Morris Oxford | 2002 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Morris | Subaru |
Model | Oxford | Forester |
Year Released | 1949 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1476 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2530 mm |