1951 Morris Oxford vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,475 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Corolla (96 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1951 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1951 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 85 kg more than 1951 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 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 1951 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla, 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 Toyota Corolla (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Morris Oxford | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Morris | Toyota |
Model | Oxford | Corolla |
Year Released | 1951 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1475 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 71.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |