1954 Morris Oxford vs. 1999 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 1999 Toyota Yaris is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,476 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Yaris (84 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1954 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Morris Oxford weights approximately 35 kg more than 1999 Toyota Yaris.
Because 1954 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 1954 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Yaris, 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, 1999 Toyota Yaris (131 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Morris Oxford | 1999 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Morris | Toyota |
Model | Oxford | Yaris |
Year Released | 1954 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1476 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |