1959 Morris Oxford vs. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1959 Morris Oxford. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 297 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 Volkswagen Jetta, 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 Volkswagen Jetta (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Oxford. (112 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Morris Oxford | 2013 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Morris | Volkswagen |
Model | Oxford | Jetta |
Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1417 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1778 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2651 mm |