1989 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1969 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1989 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,621 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Daihatsu Charade (90 HP) has 30 more horse power than 1969 Morris Oxford. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1969 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Morris Oxford weights approximately 322 kg more than 1989 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1969 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 1969 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Charade, 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, 1969 Morris Oxford (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (101 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1969 Morris Oxford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Charade | 1969 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Morris |
| Model | Charade | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1621 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 129 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 808 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2530 mm |
