1972 Fiat X1-9 vs. 1971 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1972 Fiat X1-9 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,622 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat X1-9 (74 HP) has 14 more horse power than 1971 Morris Oxford. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat X1-9 should accelerate faster than 1971 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Morris Oxford weights approximately 250 kg more than 1972 Fiat X1-9.
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, 1971 Morris Oxford (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat X1-9. (98 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1971 Morris Oxford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat X1-9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat X1-9 | 1971 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Fiat | Morris |
| Model | X1-9 | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 129 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |
