1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1965 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,622 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1965 Morris Oxford. (61 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1965 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Morris Oxford weights approximately 215 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 1965 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 1965 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1965 Morris Oxford (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Morris Oxford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1965 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Morris |
| Model | Alfasud | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2560 mm |
