2002 Honda Z vs. 1959 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2002 Honda Z is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 51 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Morris Oxford weights approximately 160 kg more than 2002 Honda Z.
Because 2002 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Morris Oxford. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Z 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, 1959 Morris Oxford (112 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Z. (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Morris Oxford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Z | 1959 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Honda | Morris |
| Model | Z | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2530 mm |
