1989 Fiat 126 vs. 1959 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1989 Fiat 126 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Morris Oxford (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1989 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Morris Oxford should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Morris Oxford weights approximately 475 kg more than 1989 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, 1959 Morris Oxford (112 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1959 Morris Oxford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Fiat 126 | 1959 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Fiat | Morris |
Model | 126 | Oxford |
Year Released | 1989 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 703 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4350 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2530 mm |