1950 Morris Oxford vs. 2003 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2003 Toyota Prius is newer by 53 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Prius (76 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1950 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 1950 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Prius weights approximately 248 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, 2003 Toyota Prius, 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, 2003 Toyota Prius (115 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Prius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Morris Oxford | 2003 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Morris | Toyota |
| Model | Oxford | Prius |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1476 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |
