2008 Mini Cooper vs. 1953 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mini Cooper (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1953 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mini Cooper weights approximately 215 kg more than 1953 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 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 1953 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mini Cooper, 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 Mini Cooper (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mini Cooper | 1953 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Mini | Morris |
| Model | Cooper | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1953 |
| 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 | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
