1988 Lancia Delta vs. 1957 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1988 Lancia Delta is newer by 31 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 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lancia Delta (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1957 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Morris Oxford weights approximately 150 kg more than 1988 Lancia Delta.
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, 1988 Lancia Delta, 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, 1957 Morris Oxford (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1957 Morris Oxford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lancia Delta | 1957 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Lancia | Morris |
| Model | Delta | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1302 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2470 mm |
