1973 Honda 1300 vs. 1949 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1973 Honda 1300 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,476 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Honda 1300 (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1949 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Honda 1300 should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Morris Oxford weights approximately 105 kg more than 1973 Honda 1300.
Because 1949 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 1949 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Honda 1300, 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, 1973 Honda 1300 (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1973 Honda 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Honda 1300 | 1949 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Honda | Morris |
Model | 1300 | Oxford |
Year Released | 1973 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1476 cc |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 40 L |