1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano vs. 1956 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1956 Morris Oxford. (52 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Morris Oxford weights approximately 19 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano.
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, 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano (191 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm). This means 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Oxford. 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano has automatic transmission and 1956 Morris Oxford has manual transmission. 1956 Morris Oxford will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano | 1956 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Morris |
| Model | Caimano | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2470 mm |
