1984 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1958 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 (93 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1958 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Morris Oxford weights approximately 171 kg more than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33.
Because 1958 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 1958 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1958 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Morris |
Model | 33 | Oxford |
Year Released | 1984 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 88.9 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1086 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |