2001 Ford TE-50 vs. 1971 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2001 Ford TE-50 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford TE-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford TE-50 (295 HP) has 235 more horse power than 1971 Morris Oxford. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford TE-50 should accelerate faster than 1971 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford TE-50 weights approximately 536 kg more than 1971 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 TE-50 (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Morris Oxford. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Ford TE-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford TE-50 | 1971 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Ford | Morris |
Model | TE-50 | Oxford |
Year Released | 2001 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4940 cc | 1622 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 60 HP |
Torque | 435 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 88.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |