1968 Fiat 2300 vs. 1961 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1968 Fiat 2300 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Fiat 2300 (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1961 Morris Oxford. (38 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 1961 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1961 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, 1968 Fiat 2300 (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Morris Oxford. (87 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1968 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 2300 | 1961 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Fiat | Morris |
Model | 2300 | Oxford |
Year Released | 1968 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |