1959 Morris Oxford vs. 2013 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2013 Ford Fiesta is newer by 54 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Fiesta (118 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1959 Morris Oxford. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 52 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, 2013 Ford Fiesta, 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, 2013 Ford Fiesta (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Oxford. (112 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Morris Oxford | 2013 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Morris | Ford |
Model | Oxford | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1172 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4409 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1976 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2489 mm |