2003 Daihatsu Move vs. 1951 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Move is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,475 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daihatsu Move (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1951 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu Move should accelerate faster than 1951 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Morris Oxford weights approximately 185 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu Move.
Because 1951 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 1951 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Daihatsu Move (89 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Daihatsu Move will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Move | 1951 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Morris |
| Model | Move | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1475 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 | 89 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 | 1000 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 |
