2002 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1954 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2002 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 48 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, 2002 Daihatsu Terios (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1954 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 56 kg more than 1954 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Morris Oxford. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Daihatsu Terios 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, 2002 Daihatsu Terios (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daihatsu Terios | 1954 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Morris |
| Model | Terios | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 40 L |
