2009 Audi A4 vs. 1958 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1958 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 344 kg more than 1958 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Morris Oxford. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Audi A4 (285 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A4 | 1958 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Audi | Morris |
Model | A4 | Oxford |
Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1086 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |