1998 Lada 111 vs. 1959 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1998 Lada 111 is newer by 39 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 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Lada 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lada 111 (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1959 Morris Oxford. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lada 111 should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Morris Oxford weights approximately 75 kg more than 1998 Lada 111.
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, 1998 Lada 111, 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 Lada 111 (115 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Oxford. (112 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1998 Lada 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Lada 111 | 1959 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Lada | Morris |
Model | 111 | Oxford |
Year Released | 1998 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4350 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2530 mm |