2009 Mazda BT-50 vs. 1956 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (141 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1956 Morris Oxford. (52 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 799 kg more than 1956 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Morris Oxford. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 will offer significantly more control. 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 BT-50 (330 Nm) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm). This means 2009 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda BT-50 | 1956 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Mazda | Morris |
| Model | BT-50 | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 119 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2470 mm |
