1973 Lancia Beta vs. 1951 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1973 Lancia Beta is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lancia Beta (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1951 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1951 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Morris Oxford weights approximately 10 kg more than 1973 Lancia Beta.
Because 1951 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 1951 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Lancia Beta, 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, 1973 Lancia Beta (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1973 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Lancia Beta | 1951 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Lancia | Morris |
| Model | Beta | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1475 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 40 L |
