2003 Hyundai Accent vs. 1954 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2003 Hyundai Accent is newer by 49 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Hyundai Accent (102 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1954 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 74 kg more than 1954 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 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 1954 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai Accent, 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, 2003 Hyundai Accent (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Hyundai Accent | 1954 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Hyundai | Morris |
| Model | Accent | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |
