2006 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 1959 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 47 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1959 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 525 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 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Morris Oxford. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander will offer significantly more control. 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 Mitsubishi Outlander (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander | 1959 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Morris |
| Model | Outlander | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |
