1974 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1956 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1974 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Daihatsu Charmant (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1956 Morris Oxford. (52 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Morris Oxford weights approximately 155 kg more than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1974 Daihatsu Charmant (114 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm). This means 1974 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Daihatsu Charmant | 1956 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Morris |
| Model | Charmant | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1407 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2470 mm |
