2002 Ford Focus vs. 1959 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2002 Ford Focus is newer by 43 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Focus (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1959 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Focus weights approximately 245 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, 2002 Ford Focus, 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, 2002 Ford Focus (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Focus | 1959 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Ford | Morris |
Model | Focus | Oxford |
Year Released | 2002 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2470 mm |