1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1955 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (84 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1955 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Morris Oxford weights approximately 209 kg more than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 1955 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 1955 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1955 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Morris |
| Model | Alfasud | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |
