2003 Honda City vs. 1969 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2003 Honda City is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,621 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda City (94 HP) has 34 more horse power than 1969 Morris Oxford. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda City should accelerate faster than 1969 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Morris Oxford weights approximately 190 kg more than 2003 Honda City.
Because 1969 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 1969 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda City, 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, 1969 Morris Oxford (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1969 Morris Oxford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda City | 1969 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Honda | Morris |
| Model | City | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1341 cc | 1621 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |
