1975 Lancia Stratos vs. 1966 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1975 Lancia Stratos is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Lancia Stratos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lancia Stratos (187 HP) has 127 more horse power than 1966 Morris Oxford. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1966 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Morris Oxford weights approximately 150 kg more than 1975 Lancia Stratos.
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, 1975 Lancia Stratos (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Morris Oxford. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Lancia Stratos | 1966 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Lancia | Morris |
| Model | Stratos | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 76.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
