1953 Morris Oxford vs. 2005 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2005 Renault Kangoo is newer by 52 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, 2005 Renault Kangoo (62 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1953 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 10 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, 2005 Renault Kangoo, 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, 2005 Renault Kangoo (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Morris Oxford | 2005 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Morris | Renault |
| Model | Oxford | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1476 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.6 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2620 mm |
