1957 Morris Oxford vs. 1999 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 42 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1957 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 170 kg more than 1957 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Volkswagen Bora, 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, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Morris Oxford | 1999 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Morris | Volkswagen |
Model | Oxford | Bora |
Year Released | 1957 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2520 mm |