1959 Morris Oxford vs. 2002 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2002 Tata Indigo is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Tata Indigo (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1959 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Morris Oxford weights approximately 15 kg more than 2002 Tata Indigo.
Because 1959 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 1959 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1959 Morris Oxford (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Tata Indigo. (85 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 Morris Oxford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Morris Oxford | 2002 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Morris | Tata |
| Model | Oxford | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |
