1955 Morris Oxford vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2003 Toyota Avensis 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Avensis (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1955 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 370 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, 2003 Toyota Avensis, 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, 2003 Toyota Avensis (274 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Morris Oxford | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Morris | Toyota |
Model | Oxford | Avensis |
Year Released | 1955 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 274 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2720 mm |