1963 Lancia Flavia vs. 1957 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1963 Lancia Flavia is newer by 6 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Lancia Flavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Lancia Flavia (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1957 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Morris Oxford weights approximately 24 kg more than 1963 Lancia Flavia.
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, 1963 Lancia Flavia, 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, 1963 Lancia Flavia (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1963 Lancia Flavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Lancia Flavia | 1957 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Lancia | Morris |
Model | Flavia | Oxford |
Year Released | 1963 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1800 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1061 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2470 mm |