1965 Morris Oxford vs. 2009 Tata Indica
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,622 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Tata Indica (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1965 Morris Oxford. (61 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1965 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Morris Oxford weights approximately 125 kg more than 2009 Tata Indica.
Because 1965 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 1965 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1965 Morris Oxford (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Morris Oxford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Morris Oxford | 2009 Tata Indica | |
Make | Morris | Tata |
Model | Oxford | Indica |
Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1622 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 61 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |