1998 Daewoo Matiz vs. 1954 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1998 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,476 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daewoo Matiz (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1954 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daewoo Matiz should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Morris Oxford weights approximately 147 kg more than 1998 Daewoo Matiz.
Because 1954 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 1954 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Daewoo Matiz, 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, 1954 Morris Oxford (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daewoo Matiz. (69 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1954 Morris Oxford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daewoo Matiz | 1954 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Daewoo | Morris |
| Model | Matiz | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 40 L |
