1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1958 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (66 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1958 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Morris Oxford weights approximately 248 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 1958 Morris Oxford is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1958 Morris Oxford (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (91 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1958 Morris Oxford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1958 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Morris |
| Model | Alfasud | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1185 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 838 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |
