2005 Honda Jazz vs. 1957 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2005 Honda Jazz is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Jazz (77 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1957 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Morris Oxford weights approximately 37 kg more than 2005 Honda Jazz.
Because 1957 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 1957 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Jazz, 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 Jazz (151 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Jazz | 1957 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Honda | Morris |
Model | Jazz | Oxford |
Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1246 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 77 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 106 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |