1999 Honda HR-V vs. 1964 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1999 Honda HR-V is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda HR-V (104 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1964 Morris Oxford. (39 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1964 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda HR-V weights approximately 54 kg more than 1964 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Morris Oxford. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda HR-V will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Honda HR-V (136 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Morris Oxford. (81 Nm). This means 1999 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda HR-V | 1964 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Honda | Morris |
| Model | HR-V | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1126 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
