2005 Honda Insight vs. 1964 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2005 Honda Insight is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Insight (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1964 Morris Oxford. (39 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1964 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Morris Oxford weights approximately 286 kg more than 2005 Honda Insight.
Because 1964 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 1964 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Insight, 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 Insight (123 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Morris Oxford. (81 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Insight | 1964 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Honda | Morris |
| Model | Insight | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1126 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |
