1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1959 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1959 Morris Oxford. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Morris Oxford weights approximately 40 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
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, 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (142 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Oxford. (112 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1959 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Morris |
Model | Alfetta | Oxford |
Year Released | 1975 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4350 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2530 mm |