1949 Morris Oxford vs. 2012 Mazda 3
To start off, 2012 Mazda 3 is newer by 63 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 3 (167 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1949 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 3 weights approximately 383 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, 2012 Mazda 3, 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, 2012 Mazda 3 (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Morris Oxford | 2012 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Morris | Mazda |
Model | Oxford | 3 |
Year Released | 1949 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1476 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
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 | 1383 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4506 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |