2001 MCC ForTwo vs. 1954 Morris Oxford

To start off, 2001 MCC ForTwo is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,476 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 MCC ForTwo (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1954 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 MCC ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Morris Oxford weights approximately 320 kg more than 2001 MCC ForTwo.

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, 1954 Morris Oxford (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 MCC ForTwo. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Morris Oxford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 MCC ForTwo.

Compare all specifications:

2001 MCC ForTwo 1954 Morris Oxford
Make MCC Morris
Model ForTwo Oxford
Year Released 2001 1954
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 599 cc 1476 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 44 HP 40 HP
Engine RPM 5250 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 71 Nm 88 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 1800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 680 kg 1000 kg
Vehicle Length 2510 mm 4210 mm
Vehicle Width 1550 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 1540 mm 1580 mm
Wheelbase Size 1810 mm 2470 mm


 

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