1957 Morris Oxford vs. 2000 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2000 Skoda Fabia is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Skoda Fabia (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1957 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Morris Oxford weights approximately 15 kg more than 2000 Skoda Fabia.
Because 1957 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 1957 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Skoda Fabia (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Morris Oxford | 2000 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Morris | Skoda |
Model | Oxford | Fabia |
Year Released | 1957 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |