1956 Morris Oxford vs. 2006 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2006 Toyota Previa is newer by 50 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Previa (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1956 Morris Oxford. (52 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Previa weights approximately 573 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, 2006 Toyota Previa, 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, 2006 Toyota Previa (225 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm). This means 2006 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Morris Oxford | 2006 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Morris | Toyota |
Model | Oxford | Previa |
Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 225 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
Top Speed | 119 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2910 mm |