1987 Honda Civic vs. 1952 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1987 Honda Civic is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Civic (130 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1952 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1952 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Morris Oxford weights approximately 100 kg more than 1987 Honda Civic.
Because 1952 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 1952 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Honda Civic, 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, 1987 Honda Civic (143 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1987 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Honda Civic | 1952 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Honda | Morris |
| Model | Civic | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 87 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2470 mm |
