2003 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 1959 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2003 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lancia Ypsilon (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1959 Morris Oxford. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lancia Ypsilon should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Morris Oxford weights approximately 250 kg more than 2003 Lancia Ypsilon.
Because 1959 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 1959 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Lancia Ypsilon, 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 Lancia Ypsilon (130 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Oxford. (112 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2003 Lancia Ypsilon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lancia Ypsilon | 1959 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Lancia | Morris |
| Model | Ypsilon | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2530 mm |
