2001 Fiat Stilo vs. 1949 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2001 Fiat Stilo is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,476 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Fiat Stilo (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1949 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 75 kg more than 1949 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 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 1949 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Stilo, 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, 2001 Fiat Stilo (114 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm). This means 2001 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Fiat Stilo | 1949 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Fiat | Morris |
Model | Stilo | Oxford |
Year Released | 2001 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1476 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 88 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 73.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 87 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 40 L |