1953 Morris Oxford vs. 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1953 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour weights approximately 747 kg more than 1953 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 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 1953 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour, 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, 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Morris Oxford | 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour | |
Make | Morris | Honda |
Model | Oxford | Accord Crosstour |
Year Released | 1953 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1476 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1747 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1897 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1669 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2797 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |