2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1964 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata (158 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1964 Morris Oxford. (39 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1964 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Morris Oxford weights approximately 31 kg more than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata (188 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Morris Oxford. (81 Nm). This means 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1964 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Mazda | Morris |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1126 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1250 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
