1959 Morris Oxford vs. 1982 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1982 Opel Corsa is newer by 23 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 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 51 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Morris Oxford weights approximately 365 kg more than 1982 Opel Corsa.
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, 1982 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, 1959 Morris Oxford (112 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Corsa. (93 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1959 Morris Oxford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Morris Oxford | 1982 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Morris | Opel |
| Model | Oxford | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2600 mm |
