1977 Lancia Beta vs. 1965 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1977 Lancia Beta is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,622 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Lancia Beta (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1965 Morris Oxford. (61 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1965 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Morris Oxford weights approximately 130 kg more than 1977 Lancia Beta.
Because 1965 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 1965 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, 1965 Morris Oxford (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1965 Morris Oxford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Lancia Beta | 1965 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Lancia | Morris |
Model | Beta | Oxford |
Year Released | 1977 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1622 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 61 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 129 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2560 mm |