2007 Kia Picanto vs. 1965 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2007 Kia Picanto is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,622 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Picanto (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1965 Morris Oxford. (61 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Picanto should accelerate faster than 1965 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Morris Oxford weights approximately 202 kg more than 2007 Kia Picanto.
Because 1965 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 1965 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Picanto, 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, 1965 Morris Oxford (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1965 Morris Oxford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Picanto | 1965 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Kia | Morris |
Model | Picanto | Oxford |
Year Released | 2007 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1622 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 61 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 129 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 928 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2560 mm |