2007 MG TF vs. 1948 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2007 MG TF is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 MG TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 MG TF (114 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1948 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1948 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 MG TF weights approximately 170 kg more than 1948 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 MG TF (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 MG TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 MG TF | 1948 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | MG | Morris |
| Model | TF | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
