1953 Morris Oxford vs. 2000 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2000 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 47 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 1,476 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Suzuki Jimny (76 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1953 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 25 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 2000 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Morris Oxford. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Jimny will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Suzuki Jimny (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Morris Oxford | 2000 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Morris | Suzuki |
| Model | Oxford | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1476 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.6 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2260 mm |
