1965 Morris Oxford vs. 2010 Chevrolet Spark
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 45 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 1,622 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Spark (65 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1965 Morris Oxford. (61 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Spark should accelerate faster than 1965 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Morris Oxford weights approximately 335 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Spark.
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, 2010 Chevrolet Spark, 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, 1965 Morris Oxford (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1965 Morris Oxford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Morris Oxford | 2010 Chevrolet Spark | |
| Make | Morris | Chevrolet |
| Model | Oxford | Spark |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 65 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 129 km/hour | 149 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2350 mm |
