1957 Morris Oxford vs. 1991 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1991 Seat Toledo is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Seat Toledo (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1957 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Morris Oxford weights approximately 69 kg more than 1991 Seat Toledo.
Because 1957 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 1957 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Seat Toledo, 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, 1991 Seat Toledo (139 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1991 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Morris Oxford | 1991 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Morris | Seat |
| Model | Oxford | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1016 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2480 mm |
