1950 Morris Oxford vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 56 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touran (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1950 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1950 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 160 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touran, 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Morris Oxford | 2006 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Morris | Volkswagen |
Model | Oxford | Touran |
Year Released | 1950 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1476 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1162 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |