1949 Morris Oxford vs. 2011 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda is newer by 62 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, 2011 Fiat Panda (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1949 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Morris Oxford weights approximately 47 kg more than 2011 Fiat Panda.
Because 1949 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 1949 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Panda, 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, 2011 Fiat Panda (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Morris Oxford | 2011 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Morris | Fiat |
| Model | Oxford | Panda |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1476 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.6 mm | 70.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 953 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 35 L |
