2009 Mazda 3 vs. 1954 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2009 Mazda 3 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 2,260 cc, 2009 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 3 (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1954 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 3 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1954 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 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 1954 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 3, 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 Mazda 3 (203 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 3 | 1954 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Mazda | Morris |
| Model | 3 | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1476 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |
