1959 Morris Oxford vs. 2008 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Jimny 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 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Jimny (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1959 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 35 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 2008 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Morris Oxford. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Jimny will offer significantly more control. 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 Suzuki Jimny (110 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Morris Oxford | 2008 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Morris | Suzuki |
Model | Oxford | Jimny |
Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 69.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2260 mm |