1957 Morris Oxford vs. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 54 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1957 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Oxford.
Because 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Morris Oxford. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Oxford. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan 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. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Morris Oxford | 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Morris | Volkswagen |
| Model | Oxford | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4427 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2604 mm |
