1954 Morris Oxford vs. 2001 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2001 Opel Corsa is newer by 47 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 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Corsa (58 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1954 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Morris Oxford weights approximately 180 kg more than 2001 Opel Corsa.
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, 2001 Opel Corsa, 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, 1954 Morris Oxford (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1954 Morris Oxford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Morris Oxford | 2001 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Morris | Opel |
| Model | Oxford | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2500 mm |
