1968 Morris Oxford vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 2,500 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Forester (221 HP) has 161 more horse power than 1968 Morris Oxford. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1968 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Forester weights approximately 436 kg more than 1968 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Morris Oxford. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Forester (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Morris Oxford. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Morris Oxford | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Morris | Subaru |
| Model | Oxford | Forester |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 221 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2615 mm |
