1955 Morris Oxford vs. 2003 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2003 Suzuki Baleno is newer by 48 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 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Suzuki Baleno (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1955 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Morris Oxford weights approximately 170 kg more than 2003 Suzuki Baleno.
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, 2003 Suzuki Baleno, 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, 1955 Morris Oxford (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Baleno. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1955 Morris Oxford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Morris Oxford | 2003 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Morris | Suzuki |
| Model | Oxford | Baleno |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2490 mm |
