1998 Kia Avella vs. 1957 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1998 Kia Avella is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Kia Avella (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1957 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Kia Avella should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Morris Oxford weights approximately 170 kg more than 1998 Kia Avella.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Kia Avella (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Kia Avella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Kia Avella | 1957 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Kia | Morris |
| Model | Avella | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2470 mm |
