1966 Fiat 2300 vs. 1967 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1967 Morris Oxford is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Fiat 2300 (134 HP) has 74 more horse power than 1967 Morris Oxford. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 1967 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1967 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. Let's talk about torque, 1966 Fiat 2300 (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Morris Oxford. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1966 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Fiat 2300 | 1967 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Fiat | Morris |
Model | 2300 | Oxford |
Year Released | 1966 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1622 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 60 HP |
Torque | 179 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |