1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 1952 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1998 Fiat Seicento is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,476 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Seicento (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1952 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Seicento should accelerate faster than 1952 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Morris Oxford weights approximately 265 kg more than 1998 Fiat Seicento.
Because 1952 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 1952 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Seicento, 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, 1952 Morris Oxford (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1952 Morris Oxford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Seicento | 1952 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Fiat | Morris |
| Model | Seicento | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1107 cc | 1476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 87 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 40 L |
