2008 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1959 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Daihatsu Sirion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1959 Morris Oxford. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Morris Oxford weights approximately 140 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion.
Because 1959 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 1959 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion, 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, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion (138 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Oxford. (112 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2008 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Sirion | 1959 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Morris |
| Model | Sirion | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2530 mm |
