1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 1954 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1970 Abarth 1300 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1954 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Morris Oxford weights approximately 455 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Abarth 1300 (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1970 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 1954 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Abarth | Morris |
| Model | 1300 | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2470 mm |
