1999 Mitsubishi L 200 vs. 1952 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1952 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 should accelerate faster than 1952 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 705 kg more than 1952 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Morris Oxford. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 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, 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 | 1952 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Morris |
| Model | L 200 | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 1476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2470 mm |
