1979 Ford Fiesta vs. 1953 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1979 Ford Fiesta is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,476 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Morris Oxford (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1979 Ford Fiesta. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Morris Oxford should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Morris Oxford weights approximately 285 kg more than 1979 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 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 1953 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1953 Morris Oxford (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Fiesta. (65 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1953 Morris Oxford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Fiesta | 1953 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | Fiesta | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 1476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.7 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 40 L |
