1964 Alpine A 110 vs. 1949 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1964 Alpine A 110 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,476 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Alpine A 110 (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1949 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Morris Oxford weights approximately 425 kg more than 1964 Alpine A 110.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Alpine A 110 | 1949 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Alpine | Morris |
| Model | A 110 | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 40 L |
