1990 Fiat Panda vs. 1968 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1990 Fiat Panda is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,622 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Morris Oxford (60 HP) has 26 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Panda. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Morris Oxford should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Morris Oxford weights approximately 454 kg more than 1990 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Panda, 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, 1968 Morris Oxford (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Morris Oxford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Panda | 1968 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Fiat | Morris |
| Model | Panda | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 769 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
