2004 Ford Maverick vs. 1951 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2004 Ford Maverick is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Maverick (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1951 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1951 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Maverick weights approximately 515 kg more than 1951 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Morris Oxford. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Maverick will offer significantly more control. 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 Maverick (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Maverick | 1951 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | Maverick | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1475 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.9 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 87 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 40 L |
