1982 Fiat Strada vs. 1955 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1982 Fiat Strada is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Fiat Strada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Fiat Strada (103 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1955 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Morris Oxford weights approximately 180 kg more than 1982 Fiat Strada.
Because 1955 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 1955 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Fiat Strada, 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, 1982 Fiat Strada (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1982 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat Strada | 1955 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Fiat | Morris |
| Model | Strada | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2470 mm |
