2004 Ford Mustang vs. 1951 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang 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 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1951 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1951 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 492 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.
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, 2004 Ford Mustang (298 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mustang | 1951 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | Mustang | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3801 cc | 1475 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 40 L |
