1955 Morris Oxford vs. 2006 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2006 Smart Roadster is newer by 51 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, 2006 Smart Roadster (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1955 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart Roadster should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Morris Oxford weights approximately 220 kg more than 2006 Smart Roadster.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Smart Roadster (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Smart Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Oxford. 2006 Smart Roadster has automatic transmission and 1955 Morris Oxford has manual transmission. 1955 Morris Oxford will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Smart Roadster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Morris Oxford | 2006 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Morris | Smart |
| Model | Oxford | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 67 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2370 mm |
