1976 Ford Fiesta vs. 1954 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1976 Ford Fiesta is newer by 22 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, 1976 Ford Fiesta (52 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1954 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Morris Oxford weights approximately 355 kg more than 1976 Ford Fiesta.
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, 1976 Ford Fiesta, 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 (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Fiesta. (80 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Morris Oxford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Fiesta | 1954 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Ford | Morris |
Model | Fiesta | Oxford |
Year Released | 1976 | 1954 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1117 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2470 mm |