1950 Morris Oxford vs. 2005 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 307 is newer by 55 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 307 (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1950 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1950 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 413 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, 2005 Peugeot 307, 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, 2005 Peugeot 307 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Morris Oxford | 2005 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Morris | Peugeot |
| Model | Oxford | 307 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1476 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1415 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |
