2009 Ford Mondeo vs. 1950 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2009 Ford Mondeo is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mondeo (223 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1950 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1950 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 493 kg more than 1950 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 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 1950 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mondeo, 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, 2009 Ford Mondeo (281 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Mondeo | 1950 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | Mondeo | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 40 L |
