1953 Morris Oxford vs. 2001 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 48 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, 2001 Volkswagen Polo (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1953 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Morris Oxford weights approximately 40 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Polo.
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, 2001 Volkswagen Polo, 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, 2001 Volkswagen Polo (129 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Morris Oxford | 2001 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Morris | Volkswagen |
| Model | Oxford | Polo |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1476 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.6 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 75.6 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 | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
