1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1959 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 20 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 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (77 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1959 Morris Oxford. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Morris Oxford weights approximately 230 kg more than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 1959 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 1959 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Oxford. (112 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1959 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Morris |
Model | Alfasud | Oxford |
Year Released | 1979 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1350 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 77 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4350 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2530 mm |