1989 Fiat Croma vs. 1954 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1989 Fiat Croma is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Fiat Croma (116 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1954 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Fiat Croma weights approximately 370 kg more than 1954 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 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 1954 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Croma, 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, 1989 Fiat Croma (245 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1989 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Croma | 1954 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Fiat | Morris |
| Model | Croma | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 40 L |
