2007 Honda CR-V vs. 1955 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 52 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1955 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda CR-V weights approximately 477 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 2007 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Morris Oxford. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V 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, 2007 Honda CR-V (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Oxford. 2007 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 1955 Morris Oxford has manual transmission. 1955 Morris Oxford will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda CR-V | 1955 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Honda | Morris |
| Model | CR-V | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1562 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |
