1997 Mazda 121 vs. 1949 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1997 Mazda 121 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,476 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mazda 121 (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1949 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mazda 121 should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Morris Oxford weights approximately 9 kg more than 1997 Mazda 121.
Because 1949 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 1949 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Mazda 121, 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, 1997 Mazda 121 (111 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1997 Mazda 121 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mazda 121 | 1949 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Mazda | Morris |
| Model | 121 | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 991 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |
