1971 Fiat 127 vs. 1954 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1971 Fiat 127 is newer by 17 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 1,476 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Fiat 127 (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1954 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Fiat 127 should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Morris Oxford weights approximately 170 kg more than 1971 Fiat 127.
Because 1954 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 1954 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Fiat 127, 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, 1954 Morris Oxford (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Morris Oxford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 127 | 1954 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Fiat | Morris |
| Model | 127 | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1049 cc | 1476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 40 L |
