1953 Morris Oxford vs. 2009 Fiat 500
To start off, 2009 Fiat 500 is newer by 56 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 1,476 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat 500 (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1953 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Morris Oxford weights approximately 60 kg more than 2009 Fiat 500.
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, 2009 Fiat 500, 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, 2009 Fiat 500 (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Morris Oxford | 2009 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Morris | Fiat |
Model | Oxford | 500 |
Year Released | 1953 | 2009 |
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 | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.6 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 78.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 35 L |