2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1949 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 54 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, 2003 Fiat Punto (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1949 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Morris Oxford weights approximately 35 kg more than 2003 Fiat Punto.
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, 2003 Fiat Punto, 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, 2003 Fiat Punto (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 1949 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Fiat | Morris |
| Model | Punto | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.7 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 40 L |
