2005 Kia Carnival vs. 1957 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2005 Kia Carnival is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Carnival (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1957 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 1002 kg more than 1957 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carnival, 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 Carnival (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Carnival | 1957 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Kia | Morris |
| Model | Carnival | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2087 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2470 mm |
