1949 Morris Oxford vs. 2006 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2006 Opel Corsa is newer by 57 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 1,476 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Corsa (90 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1949 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Morris Oxford weights approximately 20 kg more than 2006 Opel Corsa.
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, 2006 Opel Corsa, 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, 2006 Opel Corsa (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Morris Oxford | 2006 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Morris | Opel |
| Model | Oxford | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1476 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.6 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |
