1955 Fiat 1900 vs. 1955 Morris Oxford
To start off, both 1955 Fiat 1900 and 1955 Morris Oxford were released in the same year (1955). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Fiat 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Fiat 1900 (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1955 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Fiat 1900 should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Fiat 1900 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1955 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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:
1955 Fiat 1900 | 1955 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Fiat | Morris |
Model | 1900 | Oxford |
Year Released | 1955 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |