2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 1949 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 60 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1949 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1385 kg more than 1949 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, 2009 Chevrolet Express (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Express | 1949 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Chevrolet | Morris |
Model | Express | Oxford |
Year Released | 2009 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1476 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 40 L |