1968 DAF 44 vs. 1959 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1968 DAF 44 is newer by 9 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 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Morris Oxford (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1968 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Morris Oxford should accelerate faster than 1968 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Morris Oxford weights approximately 365 kg more than 1968 DAF 44. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Morris Oxford (112 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1959 Morris Oxford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 DAF 44 | 1959 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | DAF | Morris |
| Model | 44 | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2530 mm |
