2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1951 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,475 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Panda (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1951 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1951 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Panda weights approximately 140 kg more than 1951 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Morris Oxford. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Fiat Panda (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 1951 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Fiat | Morris |
| Model | Panda | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1475 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 40 L |
