2000 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1955 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daihatsu Rocky (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1955 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 295 kg more than 1955 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Morris Oxford. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu Rocky will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Daihatsu Rocky (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu Rocky | 1955 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Morris |
| Model | Rocky | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2237 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2470 mm |
