2003 Daihatsu YRV vs. 1949 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,476 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daihatsu YRV (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1949 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Morris Oxford weights approximately 110 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu YRV.
Because 2003 Daihatsu YRV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Morris Oxford. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu YRV 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, 2003 Daihatsu YRV (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Daihatsu YRV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu YRV | 1949 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Morris |
| Model | YRV | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1949 |
| 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 | 85 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 40 L |
