2000 Honda Civic vs. 1956 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Civic (108 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1956 Morris Oxford. (52 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Civic weights approximately 93 kg more than 1956 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Morris Oxford. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic 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, 2000 Honda Civic (140 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm). This means 2000 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Oxford. 2000 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1956 Morris Oxford has manual transmission. 1956 Morris Oxford will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Civic | 1956 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Honda | Morris |
| Model | Civic | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |
