2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1956 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,835 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1956 Morris Oxford. (52 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 80 kg more than 1956 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mazda MX-5 Miata (225 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1956 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Mazda | Morris |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1835 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2470 mm |
