1999 MCC Smart vs. 1948 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1999 MCC Smart is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 40 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Morris Oxford weights approximately 280 kg more than 1999 MCC Smart.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 MCC Smart (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1999 MCC Smart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Morris Oxford. 1999 MCC Smart has automatic transmission and 1948 Morris Oxford has manual transmission. 1948 Morris Oxford will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 MCC Smart will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 MCC Smart | 1948 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | MCC | Morris |
| Model | Smart | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 799 cc | 1474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 40 L |
