1959 Morris Oxford vs. 2010 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Equator is newer by 51 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 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Equator (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1959 Morris Oxford. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki Equator weights approximately 175 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 2010 Suzuki Equator 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, 2010 Suzuki Equator 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, 2010 Suzuki Equator (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Oxford. (112 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Morris Oxford | 2010 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Morris | Suzuki |
| Model | Oxford | Equator |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 3953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3560 mm |
