1965 Morris Oxford vs. 2009 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Rodius is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Rodius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Rodius (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1965 Morris Oxford. (61 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Rodius should accelerate faster than 1965 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 793 kg more than 1965 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 SsangYong Rodius (342 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Morris Oxford. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Morris Oxford | 2009 SsangYong Rodius | |
Make | Morris | SsangYong |
Model | Oxford | Rodius |
Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1622 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 61 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 129 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1923 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3010 mm |