1950 Fiat 1500 vs. 1959 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1959 Morris Oxford is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 1,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Fiat 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Morris Oxford (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1950 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Morris Oxford should accelerate faster than 1950 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Fiat 1500 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1959 Morris Oxford.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Fiat 1500 | 1959 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Fiat | Morris |
| Model | 1500 | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2530 mm |
