2000 Audi TT vs. 1959 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2000 Audi TT is newer by 41 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi TT (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1959 Morris Oxford. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi TT weights approximately 160 kg more than 1959 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Audi TT, 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, 2000 Audi TT (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Oxford. (112 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2000 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Audi TT | 1959 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Audi | Morris |
Model | TT | Oxford |
Year Released | 2000 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4350 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2530 mm |