1959 Morris Oxford vs. 2005 Volvo V40
To start off, 2005 Volvo V40 is newer by 46 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V40 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1959 Morris Oxford. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V40 should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V40 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1959 Morris Oxford. 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, 2005 Volvo V40, 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, 2005 Volvo V40 (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Oxford. (112 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Morris Oxford | 2005 Volvo V40 | |
Make | Morris | Volvo |
Model | Oxford | V40 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2720 mm |