2005 Ford Fiesta vs. 1970 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2005 Ford Fiesta is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,622 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Fiesta (79 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1970 Morris Oxford. (61 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1970 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Morris Oxford weights approximately 20 kg more than 2005 Ford Fiesta.
Because 1970 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 1970 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 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Morris Oxford. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Fiesta | 1970 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Ford | Morris |
Model | Fiesta | Oxford |
Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1622 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 61 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 129 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |