1997 Mazda Sentia vs. 1966 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1997 Mazda Sentia is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Mazda Sentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mazda Sentia (158 HP) has 98 more horse power than 1966 Morris Oxford. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mazda Sentia should accelerate faster than 1966 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mazda Sentia weights approximately 430 kg more than 1966 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Mazda Sentia (245 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Morris Oxford. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Mazda Sentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mazda Sentia | 1966 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Mazda | Morris |
| Model | Sentia | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2530 mm |
