2009 Honda Stream vs. 1963 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2009 Honda Stream is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Stream (123 HP) has 63 more horse power than 1963 Morris Oxford. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 1963 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Stream weights approximately 304 kg more than 1963 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 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 1963 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Stream, 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 Stream (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Morris Oxford. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Stream | 1963 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Honda | Morris |
| Model | Stream | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 129 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
