1997 Mazda Levante vs. 1959 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1997 Mazda Levante is newer by 38 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mazda Levante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mazda Levante (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1959 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mazda Levante should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mazda Levante weights approximately 175 kg more than 1959 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Mazda Levante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Morris Oxford. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Mazda Levante will offer significantly more control. 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 Levante (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Mazda Levante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Oxford. 1997 Mazda Levante has automatic transmission and 1959 Morris Oxford has manual transmission. 1959 Morris Oxford will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Mazda Levante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mazda Levante | 1959 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Mazda | Morris |
| Model | Levante | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2470 mm |
