1950 Morris Oxford vs. 2007 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Fabia is newer by 57 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 1,476 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Skoda Fabia (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1950 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1950 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 168 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, 2007 Skoda Fabia, 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, 2007 Skoda Fabia (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Morris Oxford | 2007 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Morris | Skoda |
| Model | Oxford | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1476 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
