2009 Ford Flex vs. 1951 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2009 Ford Flex is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1951 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 1951 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Morris Oxford weights approximately 34 kg more than 2009 Ford Flex.
Because 2009 Ford Flex is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Morris Oxford. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Flex 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 Ford Flex (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Flex | 1951 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | Flex | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1475 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
