1965 Morris Oxford vs. 2013 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2013 Toyota Matrix is newer by 48 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Matrix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Matrix (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1965 Morris Oxford. (61 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Matrix should accelerate faster than 1965 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Matrix weights approximately 155 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, 2013 Toyota Matrix, 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, 2013 Toyota Matrix (174 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Morris Oxford. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Matrix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Morris Oxford | 2013 Toyota Matrix | |
| Make | Morris | Toyota |
| Model | Oxford | Matrix |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4365 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2600 mm |
