2009 Kia Sportage vs. 1952 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1952 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1952 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 285 kg more than 1952 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1952 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 1952 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage, 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 Kia Sportage (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sportage | 1952 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Kia | Morris |
| Model | Sportage | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 40 L |
