1996 Fiat Palio vs. 1948 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1996 Fiat Palio is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Palio (92 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1948 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1948 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Morris Oxford weights approximately 25 kg more than 1996 Fiat Palio.
Because 1948 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 1948 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Palio, 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, 1996 Fiat Palio (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Palio | 1948 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Fiat | Morris |
| Model | Palio | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 40 L |
