1988 Honda Civic vs. 1968 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1988 Honda Civic is newer by 20 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 1,622 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Civic (89 HP) has 29 more horse power than 1968 Morris Oxford. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1968 Morris Oxford.
Because 1968 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 1968 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1968 Morris Oxford (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Civic. (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Morris Oxford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Civic | 1968 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Honda | Morris |
Model | Civic | Oxford |
Year Released | 1988 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1622 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 60 HP |
Torque | 114 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |