2004 Fiat Idea vs. 1950 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2004 Fiat Idea is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,476 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Idea (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1950 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Idea should accelerate faster than 1950 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Idea weights approximately 148 kg more than 1950 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 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 1950 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Idea, 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, 2004 Fiat Idea (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Idea | 1950 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Fiat | Morris |
| Model | Idea | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1580 mm |
