2005 Ford Fiesta vs. 1952 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2005 Ford Fiesta is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,476 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Fiesta (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1952 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1952 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Morris Oxford weights approximately 34 kg more than 2005 Ford Fiesta.
Because 1952 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 1952 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Fiesta, 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 Ford Fiesta (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Fiesta | 1952 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | Fiesta | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1000 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 40 L |
