1990 Fiat Uno vs. 1959 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1990 Fiat Uno is newer by 31 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 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Uno (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1959 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Morris Oxford weights approximately 255 kg more than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Because 1959 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 1959 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Fiat Uno (108 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Fiat Uno | 1959 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Fiat | Morris |
Model | Uno | Oxford |
Year Released | 1990 | 1959 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2470 mm |