1955 Morris Oxford vs. 2011 Mazda 3
To start off, 2011 Mazda 3 is newer by 56 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 3 (167 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1955 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 3 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, 2011 Mazda 3, 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, 2011 Mazda 3 (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Morris Oxford | 2011 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Morris | Mazda |
| Model | Oxford | 3 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4506 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2639 mm |
