2006 Lexus IS vs. 1951 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2006 Lexus IS is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus IS (176 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1951 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1951 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus IS weights approximately 730 kg more than 1951 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, 2006 Lexus IS (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus IS | 1951 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Lexus | Morris |
| Model | IS | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2231 cc | 1475 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 40 L |
