2005 Hyundai Atos vs. 1958 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Atos is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Atos (57 HP @ 5450 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1958 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Atos should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Morris Oxford weights approximately 202 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Atos.
Because 1958 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 1958 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Atos, 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, 1958 Morris Oxford (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (89 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1958 Morris Oxford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Atos | 1958 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Hyundai | Morris |
| Model | Atos | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1085 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5450 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2850 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 884 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |
