2002 Lancia Phedra vs. 1948 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2002 Lancia Phedra is newer by 54 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 2,944 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Lancia Phedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lancia Phedra (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1948 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lancia Phedra should accelerate faster than 1948 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 760 kg more than 1948 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Lancia Phedra, 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, 2002 Lancia Phedra (291 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lancia Phedra | 1948 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Lancia | Morris |
| Model | Phedra | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2944 cc | 1474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |
