2005 Hyundai Accent vs. 1953 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Accent is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Accent (88 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1953 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 36 kg more than 1953 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 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 1953 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Accent, 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 Hyundai Accent (132 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Accent | 1953 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Hyundai | Morris |
| Model | Accent | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 1476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1036 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |
