1996 Kia Avella vs. 1959 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1996 Kia Avella is newer by 37 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Kia Avella is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Kia Avella (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1959 Morris Oxford. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Kia Avella should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Morris Oxford weights approximately 175 kg more than 1996 Kia Avella.
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, 1996 Kia Avella, 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, 1996 Kia Avella (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Oxford. (112 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1996 Kia Avella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Kia Avella | 1959 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Kia | Morris |
Model | Avella | Oxford |
Year Released | 1996 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4350 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2530 mm |