1958 Morris Oxford vs. 2001 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2001 Opel Corsa is newer by 43 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, 2001 Opel Corsa (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1958 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Morris Oxford weights approximately 106 kg more than 2001 Opel Corsa.
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, 2001 Opel Corsa, 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, 2001 Opel Corsa (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Morris Oxford | 2001 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Morris | Opel |
| Model | Oxford | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2500 mm |
