2006 Fiat Stilo vs. 1959 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2006 Fiat Stilo is newer by 47 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 2,446 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Stilo (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1959 Morris Oxford. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Oxford.
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, 2006 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, 2006 Fiat Stilo (221 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Oxford. (112 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Stilo | 1959 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Fiat | Morris |
| Model | Stilo | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
