1965 Morris Oxford vs. 2004 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2004 Opel Zafira is newer by 39 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Zafira (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1965 Morris Oxford. (61 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1965 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Zafira weights approximately 355 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, 2004 Opel Zafira, 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, 2004 Opel Zafira (220 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Morris Oxford. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Morris Oxford | 2004 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Morris | Opel |
Model | Oxford | Zafira |
Year Released | 1965 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1622 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 61 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 129 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2640 mm |