1951 Morris Oxford vs. 2012 Citroen C5
To start off, 2012 Citroen C5 is newer by 61 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C5 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1951 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1951 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C5 weights approximately 393 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, 2012 Citroen C5, 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 Citroen C5 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Morris Oxford | 2012 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Morris | Citroen |
| Model | Oxford | C5 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1475 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 | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 66 L |
