2009 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1956 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Materia (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1956 Morris Oxford. (52 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Morris Oxford weights approximately 42 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Materia.
Because 1956 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 1956 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Materia, 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, 2009 Daihatsu Materia (120 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm). This means 2009 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Daihatsu Materia | 1956 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Daihatsu | Morris |
Model | Materia | Oxford |
Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 106 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 119 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1067 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |