1956 Morris Oxford vs. 2005 Opel Agila
To start off, 2005 Opel Agila is newer by 49 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 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Agila (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1956 Morris Oxford. (52 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Agila should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Morris Oxford weights approximately 127 kg more than 2005 Opel Agila.
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, 2005 Opel Agila, 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, 1956 Morris Oxford (106 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Agila. (88 Nm). This means 1956 Morris Oxford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Morris Oxford | 2005 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Morris | Opel |
| Model | Oxford | Agila |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 78.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 119 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2370 mm |
