2003 Honda Stream vs. 1955 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2003 Honda Stream is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Stream (127 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1955 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Stream weights approximately 225 kg more than 1955 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 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 1955 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Stream, 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, 2003 Honda Stream (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Stream | 1955 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Honda | Morris |
Model | Stream | Oxford |
Year Released | 2003 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2470 mm |