1987 Lancia Thema vs. 1957 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1987 Lancia Thema is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lancia Thema (164 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1957 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lancia Thema weights approximately 225 kg more than 1957 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Lancia Thema, 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, 1987 Lancia Thema (225 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Lancia Thema | 1957 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Lancia | Morris |
Model | Thema | Oxford |
Year Released | 1987 | 1957 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2470 mm |