1949 Morris Oxford vs. 2003 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 54 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Bora (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1949 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 195 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 1949 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 1949 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Bora, 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, 2003 Volkswagen Bora (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Morris Oxford | 2003 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Morris | Volkswagen |
Model | Oxford | Bora |
Year Released | 1949 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1476 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.6 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 86.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |