2004 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1955 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2004 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (200 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1955 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 567 kg more than 1955 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 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 1955 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred, 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, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (266 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Oxford. 2004 Ford Five Hundred has automatic transmission and 1955 Morris Oxford has manual transmission. 1955 Morris Oxford will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Five Hundred will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Five Hundred | 1955 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | Five Hundred | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1652 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2470 mm |
