1987 Fiat Uno vs. 1953 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1987 Fiat Uno is newer by 34 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, 1987 Fiat Uno (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1953 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Morris Oxford weights approximately 310 kg more than 1987 Fiat Uno.
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, 1987 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, 1953 Morris Oxford (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Fiat Uno. (67 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1953 Morris Oxford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Fiat Uno | 1953 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Fiat | Morris |
| Model | Uno | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 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 | 690 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 40 L |
