2008 Ford Bantam vs. 1949 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2008 Ford Bantam is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Bantam (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1949 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Morris Oxford weights approximately 20 kg more than 2008 Ford Bantam.
Because 1949 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 1949 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Bantam, 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, 2008 Ford Bantam (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Bantam will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Bantam | 1949 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | Bantam | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 40 L |
