1989 Fiat Uno vs. 1955 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1989 Fiat Uno is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Fiat Uno (57 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1955 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Morris Oxford weights approximately 270 kg more than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Because 1955 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 1955 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1955 Morris Oxford (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Uno. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1955 Morris Oxford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Uno | 1955 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Fiat | Morris |
| Model | Uno | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1114 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2470 mm |
