1996 Lotus Elan vs. 1959 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1996 Lotus Elan 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Lotus Elan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lotus Elan (163 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1959 Morris Oxford. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Morris Oxford weights approximately 100 kg more than 1996 Lotus Elan.
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 Lotus Elan, 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 Lotus Elan (204 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Oxford. (112 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1996 Lotus Elan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lotus Elan | 1959 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Lotus | Morris |
| Model | Elan | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2530 mm |
