1950 Morris Oxford vs. 2002 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 2002 Lancia Zeta is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lancia Zeta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lancia Zeta (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1950 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 1950 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 598 kg more than 1950 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 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 1950 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Lancia Zeta, 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, 2002 Lancia Zeta (181 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Morris Oxford | 2002 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Morris | Lancia |
| Model | Oxford | Zeta |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1476 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |
