1984 Ford Fiesta vs. 1970 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1984 Ford Fiesta is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,622 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Morris Oxford (61 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Morris Oxford should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Morris Oxford weights approximately 355 kg more than 1984 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1970 Morris Oxford (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1970 Morris Oxford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Fiesta | 1970 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | Fiesta | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1117 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2530 mm |
