2008 Honda Jazz vs. 1959 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Morris Oxford weights approximately 95 kg more than 2008 Honda Jazz.
Because 1959 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 1959 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Jazz, 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 Jazz (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Jazz | 1959 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Honda | Morris |
Model | Jazz | Oxford |
Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 143 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |