1986 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1958 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1986 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Daihatsu Charmant (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1958 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Morris Oxford weights approximately 236 kg more than 1986 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, 1958 Morris Oxford (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Daihatsu Charmant. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1958 Morris Oxford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Daihatsu Charmant | 1958 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Daihatsu | Morris |
Model | Charmant | Oxford |
Year Released | 1986 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1086 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |