2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1952 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata (158 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1952 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1952 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 95 kg more than 1952 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, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata (188 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1952 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Mazda | Morris |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1250 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
