2001 Daihatsu Move vs. 1950 Morris Oxford

To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Move is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,476 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu Move (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1950 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Move should accelerate faster than 1950 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Morris Oxford weights approximately 187 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu Move.

Because 1950 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 1950 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Move, 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, 2001 Daihatsu Move (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu Move will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Morris Oxford.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Daihatsu Move 1950 Morris Oxford
Make Daihatsu Morris
Model Move Oxford
Year Released 2001 1950
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 989 cc 1476 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 53 HP 40 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 90 Nm 88 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 1800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 815 kg 1002 kg
Vehicle Length 3320 mm 4220 mm
Vehicle Width 1410 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 1700 mm 1580 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 37 L 40 L


 

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