1957 Morris Oxford vs. 2007 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2007 Toyota Sienna is newer by 50 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 3,454 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1957 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Oxford.
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, 2007 Toyota Sienna, 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, 2007 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Oxford. 2007 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1957 Morris Oxford has manual transmission. 1957 Morris Oxford will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Morris Oxford | 2007 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Morris | Toyota |
| Model | Oxford | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 3454 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3040 mm |
