2009 Lada Kalina vs. 1957 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lada Kalina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lada Kalina (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1957 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lada Kalina should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Morris Oxford weights approximately 5 kg more than 2009 Lada Kalina.
Because 1957 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 1957 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Lada Kalina, 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 Lada Kalina (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Lada Kalina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lada Kalina | 1957 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Lada | Morris |
Model | Kalina | Oxford |
Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2470 mm |