2005 Honda Accord vs. 1955 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 50 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1955 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 331 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, 2005 Honda Accord, 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, 2005 Honda Accord (223 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Oxford. 2005 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1955 Morris Oxford has manual transmission. 1955 Morris Oxford will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Accord | 1955 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Honda | Morris |
Model | Accord | Oxford |
Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 106 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 88.9 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |