2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1952 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata (139 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1952 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1952 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 140 kg more than 1952 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, 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata (168 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1952 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Mazda | Morris |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Oxford |
Year Released | 2003 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1840 cc | 1476 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |