1955 Morris Oxford vs. 2010 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto (118 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1955 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 180 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.
Because 1955 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 1955 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto, 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, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Morris Oxford | 2010 Fiat Grande Punto | |
Make | Morris | Fiat |
Model | Oxford | Grande Punto |
Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 80.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2520 mm |