1953 Morris Oxford vs. 1972 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1972 Sunbeam Alpine is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,725 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Sunbeam Alpine (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1953 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 10 kg more than 1953 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1972 Sunbeam Alpine (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1972 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Morris Oxford | 1972 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Morris | Sunbeam |
| Model | Oxford | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 1476 cc | 1725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |
