1958 Morris Oxford vs. 2010 Audi A4
To start off, 2010 Audi A4 is newer by 52 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1958 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A4 weights approximately 514 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, 2010 Audi A4, 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, 2010 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Morris Oxford | 2010 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Morris | Audi |
| Model | Oxford | A4 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| 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 | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1826 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2809 mm |
