1953 Morris Oxford vs. 2001 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 2001 Lancia Zeta is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Lancia Zeta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lancia Zeta (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1953 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 600 kg more than 1953 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 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 1953 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Lancia Zeta (182 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Morris Oxford | 2001 Lancia Zeta | |
Make | Morris | Lancia |
Model | Oxford | Zeta |
Year Released | 1953 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1476 cc | 1995 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 | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.6 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 | 1000 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 |