1955 Morris Oxford vs. 1999 Opel Meriva
To start off, 1999 Opel Meriva is newer by 44 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Meriva (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1955 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Meriva weights approximately 305 kg more than 1955 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Opel Meriva, 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 Opel Meriva (229 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Morris Oxford | 1999 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Morris | Opel |
| Model | Oxford | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
