2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 1959 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 46 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 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (149 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1959 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Oxford.
Because 1959 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 1959 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo, 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 Ford Mondeo (374 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Mondeo | 1959 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Ford | Morris |
Model | Mondeo | Oxford |
Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2470 mm |