1958 Morris Oxford vs. 2000 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2000 Opel Vectra is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Vectra (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1958 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Vectra weights approximately 254 kg more than 1958 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Opel Vectra, 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, 2000 Opel Vectra (150 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Morris Oxford | 2000 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Morris | Opel |
| Model | Oxford | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2650 mm |
