2005 Kia Carens vs. 1959 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2005 Kia Carens 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Carens (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1959 Morris Oxford. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carens weights approximately 391 kg more than 1959 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Kia Carens, 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 Kia Carens (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Oxford. (112 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Carens | 1959 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Kia | Morris |
Model | Carens | Oxford |
Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4350 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1511 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2530 mm |