1953 Morris Oxford vs. 2012 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2012 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 59 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 2,606 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1953 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 550 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 2012 Mazda BT-50 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, 2012 Mazda BT-50 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, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Morris Oxford | 2012 Mazda BT-50 | |
Make | Morris | Mazda |
Model | Oxford | BT-50 |
Year Released | 1953 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1476 cc | 2606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |