2008 Honda Civic vs. 1954 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 54 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1954 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 269 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 1954 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 1954 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic, 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, 2008 Honda Civic (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Civic | 1954 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Honda | Morris |
Model | Civic | Oxford |
Year Released | 2008 | 1954 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |