1950 Morris Oxford vs. 2012 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2012 Ford C-Max is newer by 62 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford C-Max is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford C-Max (113 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1950 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford C-Max should accelerate faster than 1950 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford C-Max weights approximately 548 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, 2012 Ford C-Max, 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, 2012 Ford C-Max (300 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Morris Oxford | 2012 Ford C-Max | |
Make | Morris | Ford |
Model | Oxford | C-Max |
Year Released | 1950 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1476 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1828 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2788 mm |