1953 Morris Oxford vs. 2007 Audi A4
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 54 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1953 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 275 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, 2007 Audi A4, 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 Audi A4 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Morris Oxford | 2007 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Morris | Audi |
| Model | Oxford | A4 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1476 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.6 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |
