2002 Holden Barina vs. 1965 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2002 Holden Barina is newer by 37 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 1,622 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden Barina (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1965 Morris Oxford. (61 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Barina should accelerate faster than 1965 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Morris Oxford weights approximately 68 kg more than 2002 Holden Barina.
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, 2002 Holden Barina, 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, 1965 Morris Oxford (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Barina. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Morris Oxford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Holden Barina | 1965 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Holden | Morris |
| Model | Barina | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2560 mm |
