1955 Morris Oxford vs. 2008 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2008 Seat Cordoba is newer by 53 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Cordoba (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1955 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 109 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, 2008 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, 2008 Seat Cordoba (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Morris | Seat |
| Model | Oxford | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |
