1959 Morris Oxford vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Skoda Octavia is newer by 49 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 1,966 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Skoda Octavia (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1959 Morris Oxford. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 310 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, 2008 Skoda Octavia, 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, 2008 Skoda Octavia (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Oxford. (112 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Morris Oxford | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Morris | Skoda |
Model | Oxford | Octavia |
Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1966 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 | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2580 mm |