1950 Morris Oxford vs. 1991 Skoda Rapid R
To start off, 1991 Skoda Rapid R is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,476 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Skoda Rapid R (62 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1950 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Skoda Rapid R should accelerate faster than 1950 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Morris Oxford weights approximately 152 kg more than 1991 Skoda Rapid R.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1991 Skoda Rapid R (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1991 Skoda Rapid R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Morris Oxford | 1991 Skoda Rapid R | |
| Make | Morris | Skoda |
| Model | Oxford | Rapid R |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1476 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 47 L |
