2005 Fiat Stilo vs. 1959 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2005 Fiat Stilo is newer by 46 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, 2005 Fiat Stilo (95 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1959 Morris Oxford. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 115 kg more than 1959 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 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, 2005 Fiat Stilo (131 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Oxford. (112 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Stilo | 1959 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Fiat | Morris |
Model | Stilo | Oxford |
Year Released | 2005 | 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 | 95 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4350 RPM |
Torque | 131 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 | 1235 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |