2009 Hyundai i10 vs. 1949 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i10 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 1,476 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai i10 (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1949 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai i10 should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai i10 weights approximately 115 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.
Because 1949 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 1949 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai i10, 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 Hyundai i10 (153 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai i10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Hyundai i10 | 1949 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Hyundai | Morris |
Model | i10 | Oxford |
Year Released | 2009 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1120 cc | 1476 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 73.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 87 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 40 L |