1953 Morris Oxford vs. 1998 Rover 75
To start off, 1998 Rover 75 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 75 (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1953 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 75 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1953 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 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 1953 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Rover 75, 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, 1998 Rover 75 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Morris Oxford | 1998 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Morris | Rover |
| Model | Oxford | 75 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1476 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 66 L |
