1956 Morris Oxford vs. 2001 Seat Tango
To start off, 2001 Seat Tango is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Seat Tango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Tango (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1956 Morris Oxford. (52 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Tango should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Tango weights approximately 243 kg more than 1956 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 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 1956 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Seat Tango, 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, 2001 Seat Tango (240 Nm) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm). This means 2001 Seat Tango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Morris Oxford | 2001 Seat Tango | |
| Make | Morris | Seat |
| Model | Oxford | Tango |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 119 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2210 mm |
