1959 Morris Oxford vs. 2005 Tata Indica
To start off, 2005 Tata Indica is newer by 46 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, 2005 Tata Indica (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1959 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Morris Oxford weights approximately 155 kg more than 2005 Tata Indica.
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, 2005 Tata Indica, 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Tata Indica. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 Morris Oxford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Morris Oxford | 2005 Tata Indica | |
Make | Morris | Tata |
Model | Oxford | Indica |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1403 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |