1965 Morris Oxford vs. 1999 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1999 Opel Vectra is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Vectra (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1965 Morris Oxford. (61 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1965 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Vectra weights approximately 262 kg more than 1965 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Opel Vectra, 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, 1999 Opel Vectra (170 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Morris Oxford. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Morris Oxford | 1999 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Morris | Opel |
| Model | Oxford | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2650 mm |
