2004 Fiat Stilo vs. 1958 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2004 Fiat Stilo is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Stilo (94 HP) has 45 more horse power than 1958 Morris Oxford. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 149 kg more than 1958 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Fiat Stilo (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Stilo | 1958 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Fiat | Morris |
| Model | Stilo | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| 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 | 49 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |
