1965 Lotus Seven vs. 1959 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1965 Lotus Seven is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Morris Oxford (49 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1965 Lotus Seven. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Morris Oxford should accelerate faster than 1965 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Morris Oxford weights approximately 655 kg more than 1965 Lotus Seven. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Lotus Seven | 1959 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Lotus | Morris |
| Model | Seven | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 430 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2470 mm |
