1969 Morris Oxford vs. 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900
To start off, 1969 Morris Oxford is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 1,884 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900 (90 HP) has 30 more horse power than 1969 Morris Oxford. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900 should accelerate faster than 1969 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Morris Oxford weights approximately 30 kg more than 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900.
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, 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900 (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Morris Oxford. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Morris Oxford | 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900 | |
| Make | Morris | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Oxford | 1900 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1621 cc | 1884 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 90 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 129 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |
