2007 Fiat Siena vs. 1958 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2007 Fiat Siena is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Siena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Siena (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1958 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Siena should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Morris Oxford weights approximately 16 kg more than 2007 Fiat Siena.
Because 1958 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 1958 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Siena, 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, 2007 Fiat Siena (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Siena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Siena | 1958 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Fiat | Morris |
| Model | Siena | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2470 mm |
