1998 Chevrolet Metro vs. 1950 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Metro is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,476 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Metro (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1950 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Metro should accelerate faster than 1950 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Morris Oxford weights approximately 72 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Metro.
Because 1950 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 1950 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Metro, 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, 1998 Chevrolet Metro (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Metro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Metro | 1950 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Morris |
| Model | Metro | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2470 mm |
