1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1961 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1961 Morris Oxford. (38 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1961 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Morris Oxford weights approximately 230 kg more than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 1961 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 1961 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Morris Oxford. (87 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1961 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Morris |
| Model | Alfasud | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1350 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
