2005 Honda Civic vs. 1955 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic 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 1,671 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (115 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1955 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 76 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 Civic, 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 Civic (149 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1955 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Honda | Morris |
| Model | Civic | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1671 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1161 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |
