1955 Morris Oxford vs. 1998 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 1998 Seat Cordoba is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Seat Cordoba (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1955 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Morris Oxford weights approximately 160 kg more than 1998 Seat Cordoba.
Because 1955 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 1955 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Seat Cordoba, 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, 1998 Seat Cordoba (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Morris Oxford | 1998 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Morris | Seat |
Model | Oxford | Cordoba |
Year Released | 1955 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 77.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2520 mm |