2001 Ford Mustang vs. 1951 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2001 Ford Mustang is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mustang (260 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1951 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1951 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mustang weights approximately 298 kg more than 1951 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Ford Mustang (410 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Mustang | 1951 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Ford | Morris |
Model | Mustang | Oxford |
Year Released | 2001 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1475 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 87 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 40 L |