2003 MG TF vs. 1959 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2003 MG TF is newer by 44 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 MG TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 MG TF (115 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1959 Morris Oxford. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Morris Oxford weights approximately 20 kg more than 2003 MG TF.
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 MG TF (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Oxford. (112 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2003 MG TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 MG TF | 1959 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | MG | Morris |
| Model | TF | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2530 mm |
