2007 Kia Rondo vs. 1957 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rondo (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1957 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Oxford.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Oxford. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 1957 Morris Oxford has manual transmission. 1957 Morris Oxford will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Rondo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rondo | 1957 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Kia | Morris |
| Model | Rondo | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
