1951 Morris Oxford vs. 2012 Hyundai ix35
To start off, 2012 Hyundai ix35 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 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai ix35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai ix35 (133 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1951 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai ix35 should accelerate faster than 1951 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai ix35 weights approximately 427 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 Hyundai ix35, 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 Hyundai ix35 (164 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai ix35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Morris Oxford | 2012 Hyundai ix35 | |
| Make | Morris | Hyundai |
| Model | Oxford | ix35 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1475 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 85.4 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 | 1427 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2640 mm |
