2009 Honda Fit vs. 1970 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2009 Honda Fit is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,622 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1970 Morris Oxford. (61 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1970 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Fit weights approximately 331 kg more than 1970 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Fit, 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 Fit (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Morris Oxford. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Fit | 1970 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Honda | Morris |
Model | Fit | Oxford |
Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1622 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 117 HP | 61 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |