1967 Morris Oxford vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,622 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Yaris (83 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1967 Morris Oxford. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1967 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Morris Oxford weights approximately 60 kg more than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
Because 1967 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 1967 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Yaris, 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, 2008 Toyota Yaris (125 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Morris Oxford. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Morris Oxford | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Morris | Toyota |
| Model | Oxford | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 83 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 124 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
