1949 Morris Oxford vs. 2012 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2012 Toyota Hilux 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 2,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Hilux (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1949 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 684 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 2012 Toyota Hilux 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, 2012 Toyota Hilux 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, 2012 Toyota Hilux (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Morris Oxford | 2012 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Morris | Toyota |
| Model | Oxford | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1476 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |
