1950 Morris Oxford vs. 2010 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2010 Tata Indigo is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,476 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Tata Indigo (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1950 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 1950 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Indigo weights approximately 138 kg more than 1950 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 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 1950 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Tata Indigo, 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, 2010 Tata Indigo (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Morris Oxford | 2010 Tata Indigo | |
Make | Morris | Tata |
Model | Oxford | Indigo |
Year Released | 1950 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1476 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 42 L |