1958 Morris Oxford vs. 2000 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2000 Suzuki Samurai 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 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Suzuki Samurai (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1958 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Samurai should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Morris Oxford weights approximately 150 kg more than 2000 Suzuki Samurai.
Because 2000 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Morris Oxford. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Samurai 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, 1958 Morris Oxford (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 Morris Oxford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Morris Oxford | 2000 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | Morris | Suzuki |
Model | Oxford | Samurai |
Year Released | 1958 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 75.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 936 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2490 mm |