2004 Citroen C3 vs. 1965 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2004 Citroen C3 is newer by 39 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, 2004 Citroen C3 (88 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1965 Morris Oxford. (61 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1965 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Morris Oxford weights approximately 135 kg more than 2004 Citroen C3.
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, 2004 Citroen C3, 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, 2004 Citroen C3 (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Morris Oxford. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C3 | 1965 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Citroen | Morris |
| Model | C3 | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 129 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2560 mm |
