1959 Morris Oxford vs. 2012 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Equator is newer by 53 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 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Equator (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1959 Morris Oxford. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Morris Oxford weights approximately 145 kg more than 2012 Suzuki Equator.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Suzuki Equator (171 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Oxford. (112 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Suzuki Equator | |
Make | Morris | Suzuki |
Model | Oxford | Equator |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3200 mm |