2001 Ford F-250 vs. 1959 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2001 Ford F-250 is newer by 42 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford F-250 (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1959 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1265 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 2001 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Morris Oxford. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford F-250 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, 2001 Ford F-250 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Oxford. 2001 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 1959 Morris Oxford has manual transmission. 1959 Morris Oxford will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford F-250 | 1959 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | F-250 | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2470 mm |
