1977 Ford 2000 vs. 1957 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1977 Ford 2000 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Ford 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford 2000 (99 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1957 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford 2000 should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford 2000 weights approximately 172 kg more than 1957 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, 1977 Ford 2000 (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1977 Ford 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford 2000 | 1957 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | 2000 | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2470 mm |
