2009 Honda Accord vs. 1956 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1956 Morris Oxford. (52 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 62 kg more than 1956 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 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 1956 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord, 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 Honda Accord (220 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 1956 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Honda | Morris |
| Model | Accord | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |
