1958 Morris Oxford vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 55 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 3,000 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (247 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1958 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 527 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 2013 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Morris Oxford. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 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, 2013 Volvo S60 (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Morris Oxford | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Morris | Volvo |
| Model | Oxford | S60 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2776 mm |
