1959 Morris Oxford vs. 1976 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1976 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Morris Oxford (49 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1976 Volkswagen Polo. (39 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Morris Oxford should accelerate faster than 1976 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Morris Oxford weights approximately 395 kg more than 1976 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Volkswagen Polo, 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, 1959 Morris Oxford (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volkswagen Polo. (57 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Morris Oxford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Morris Oxford | 1976 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Morris | Volkswagen |
Model | Oxford | Polo |
Year Released | 1959 | 1976 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 39 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 69.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 59 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2340 mm |