1950 Morris Oxford vs. 2000 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2000 Opel Meriva is newer by 50 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Meriva (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1950 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1950 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 391 kg more than 1950 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 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 1950 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Opel Meriva, 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, 2000 Opel Meriva (250 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Morris Oxford | 2000 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Morris | Opel |
| Model | Oxford | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1476 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 53 L |
