1959 Morris Oxford vs. 2007 Peugeot 807
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 807 is newer by 48 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 807 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 807 (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1959 Morris Oxford. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 807 should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 807 weights approximately 623 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, 2007 Peugeot 807, 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, 2007 Peugeot 807 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Oxford. (112 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 807 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Morris Oxford | 2007 Peugeot 807 | |
Make | Morris | Peugeot |
Model | Oxford | 807 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1743 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2830 mm |