1962 Alpine A 108 vs. 1961 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1962 Alpine A 108 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Alpine A 108 (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1961 Morris Oxford. (38 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alpine A 108 should accelerate faster than 1961 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Morris Oxford weights approximately 550 kg more than 1962 Alpine A 108.
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, 1961 Morris Oxford (87 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alpine A 108. (58 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1961 Morris Oxford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Alpine A 108.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alpine A 108 | 1961 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Alpine | Morris |
| Model | A 108 | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 45 L |
