2007 Ford Galaxy vs. 1959 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2007 Ford Galaxy is newer by 48 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 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Galaxy (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1959 Morris Oxford. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 619 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, 2007 Ford Galaxy, 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, 2007 Ford Galaxy (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Oxford. (112 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Galaxy | 1959 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | Galaxy | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1739 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2530 mm |
