2009 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1961 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Daihatsu Materia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Materia (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1961 Morris Oxford. (38 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1961 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Morris Oxford weights approximately 110 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Materia.
Because 1961 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 1961 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 (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Morris Oxford. (87 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Materia | 1961 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Morris |
| Model | Materia | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
