1954 Morris Oxford vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 58 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1954 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 358 kg more than 1954 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Morris Oxford | 2012 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Morris | Volkswagen |
| Model | Oxford | Golf |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1476 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1358 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
