2002 Honda Civic vs. 1970 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2002 Honda Civic is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,622 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Civic (108 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1970 Morris Oxford. (61 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1970 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Morris Oxford weights approximately 40 kg more than 2002 Honda Civic.
Because 1970 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 1970 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Civic, 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, 2002 Honda Civic (135 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Morris Oxford. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Civic | 1970 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Honda | Morris |
Model | Civic | Oxford |
Year Released | 2002 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1622 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 61 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |