1973 Alpine A 110 vs. 1953 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1973 Alpine A 110 is newer by 20 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 1,604 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Alpine A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Alpine A 110 (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1953 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Morris Oxford weights approximately 290 kg more than 1973 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:
| 1973 Alpine A 110 | 1953 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Alpine | Morris |
| Model | A 110 | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1604 cc | 1476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 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 | 62 L | 40 L |
