2001 Honda Life vs. 1966 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2001 Honda Life is newer by 35 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 1,622 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Morris Oxford (60 HP) has 13 more horse power than 2001 Honda Life. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Morris Oxford should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Morris Oxford weights approximately 340 kg more than 2001 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Morris Oxford. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Life 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, 1966 Morris Oxford (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1966 Morris Oxford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Life | 1966 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Honda | Morris |
| Model | Life | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2530 mm |
