1955 Morris Oxford vs. 2012 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Equator is newer by 57 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Equator (262 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1955 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Morris Oxford weights approximately 20 kg more than 2012 Suzuki Equator.
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, 2012 Suzuki Equator (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Oxford. 2012 Suzuki Equator 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. 2012 Suzuki Equator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Morris Oxford | 2012 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Morris | Suzuki |
| Model | Oxford | Equator |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3560 mm |
