1985 Fiat Uno vs. 1952 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1985 Fiat Uno is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,476 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Fiat Uno (106 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1952 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1952 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Morris Oxford weights approximately 155 kg more than 1985 Fiat Uno.
Because 1952 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 1952 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Fiat Uno, 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, 1985 Fiat Uno (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1985 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat Uno | 1952 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Fiat | Morris |
| Model | Uno | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63.9 mm | 87 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
