1952 Morris Oxford vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,476 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Yaris (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1952 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1952 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 24 kg more than 1952 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1952 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 1952 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Yaris, 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, 2007 Toyota Yaris (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Morris Oxford | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Morris | Toyota |
Model | Oxford | Yaris |
Year Released | 1952 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1476 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 73.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1024 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2560 mm |