1998 Lancia Kappa vs. 1965 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1998 Lancia Kappa is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 2,451 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Kappa (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1965 Morris Oxford. (61 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1965 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 310 kg more than 1965 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Kappa, 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, 1998 Lancia Kappa (230 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Morris Oxford. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Lancia Kappa | 1965 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Lancia | Morris |
Model | Kappa | Oxford |
Year Released | 1998 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2451 cc | 1622 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 61 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2560 mm |