1985 Fiat 126 vs. 1961 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1985 Fiat 126 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,620 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Morris Oxford (60 HP) has 36 more horse power than 1985 Fiat 126. (24 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Morris Oxford should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Morris Oxford weights approximately 542 kg more than 1985 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1961 Morris Oxford (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Morris Oxford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat 126 | 1961 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Fiat | Morris |
| Model | 126 | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1620 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 588 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2530 mm |
