2005 Fiat Punto vs. 1955 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2005 Fiat Punto is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Punto (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1955 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Punto weights approximately 65 kg more than 1955 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 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 1955 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Fiat Punto (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Punto | 1955 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Fiat | Morris |
| Model | Punto | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |
