2006 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1952 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 54 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1952 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1952 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 280 kg more than 1952 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Fiat Grande 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, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Grande Punto | 1952 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Fiat | Morris |
| Model | Grande Punto | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |
