1977 Lancia Beta vs. 1954 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1977 Lancia Beta is newer by 23 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 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Lancia Beta (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1954 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Morris Oxford weights approximately 49 kg more than 1977 Lancia Beta.
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, 1977 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, 1977 Lancia Beta (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1977 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Lancia Beta | 1954 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Lancia | Morris |
| Model | Beta | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1954 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1036 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2470 mm |
