2008 Fiat Palio vs. 1950 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Palio (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1950 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1950 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Palio weights approximately 48 kg more than 1950 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 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 1950 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio, 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, 2008 Fiat Palio (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 1950 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Fiat | Morris |
| Model | Palio | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 40 L |
