2005 Fiat Panda vs. 1950 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 55 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, 2005 Fiat Panda (60 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1950 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1950 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Panda weights approximately 98 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 2005 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Morris Oxford. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Fiat Panda (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Panda | 1950 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Fiat | Morris |
| Model | Panda | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 40 L |
