2005 Acura EL vs. 1954 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2005 Acura EL is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,667 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Acura EL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura EL (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1954 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura EL weights approximately 180 kg more than 1954 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 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 1954 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Acura EL, 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, 2005 Acura EL (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Acura EL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura EL | 1954 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Acura | Morris |
| Model | EL | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1667 cc | 1476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |
