2006 Honda Civic vs. 1954 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,803 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1954 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 907 kg more than 1954 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Morris Oxford. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 1954 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Honda | Morris |
| Model | Civic | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1954 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1803 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
