2009 Ford Focus vs. 1965 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 44 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, 2009 Ford Focus (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1965 Morris Oxford. (61 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1965 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 181 kg more than 1965 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Ford Focus, 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, 2009 Ford Focus (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Morris Oxford. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Focus | 1965 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Ford | Morris |
Model | Focus | Oxford |
Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1622 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 61 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 129 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2560 mm |