1983 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1959 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 24 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, 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1959 Morris Oxford. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 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 1983 Alfa Romeo 33.
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, 1983 Alfa Romeo 33, 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, both vehicles can yield 112 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1959 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Morris |
| Model | 33 | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2530 mm |
