2008 Fiat Siena vs. 1958 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2008 Fiat Siena is newer by 50 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), 2008 Fiat Siena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Siena (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1958 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 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 12 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 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, 1958 Morris Oxford (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Siena. (74 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1958 Morris Oxford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Siena | 1958 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Fiat | Morris |
Model | Siena | Oxford |
Year Released | 2008 | 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 | 74 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1086 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2470 mm |