1959 Morris Oxford vs. 2011 Tata Indica
To start off, 2011 Tata Indica is newer by 52 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, 2011 Tata Indica (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1959 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 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 80 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 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, 2011 Tata Indica (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Morris Oxford | 2011 Tata Indica | |
Make | Morris | Tata |
Model | Oxford | Indica |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |