2005 Lotus Exige vs. 1970 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2005 Lotus Exige is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Exige (240 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1970 Morris Oxford. (61 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1970 Morris Oxford.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Lotus Exige (237 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Morris Oxford. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lotus Exige | 1970 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Lotus | Morris |
| Model | Exige | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
