2007 Fiat Panda vs. 1949 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2007 Fiat Panda is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,476 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Panda (54 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1949 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Morris Oxford weights approximately 160 kg more than 2007 Fiat Panda.
Because 1949 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 1949 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Panda, 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, both vehicles can yield 88 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Panda | 1949 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Fiat | Morris |
| Model | Panda | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1107 cc | 1476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 40 L |
