2007 Hyundai Azera vs. 1955 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Azera is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Azera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Azera (263 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1955 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Azera weights approximately 600 kg more than 1955 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 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 1955 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Azera, 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 Hyundai Azera (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Azera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Oxford. 2007 Hyundai Azera has automatic transmission and 1955 Morris Oxford has manual transmission. 1955 Morris Oxford will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Hyundai Azera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Azera | 1955 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Hyundai | Morris |
| Model | Azera | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 348 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2470 mm |
