1985 Alfa Romeo Arna vs. 1959 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna is newer by 26 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1959 Morris Oxford. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Morris Oxford weights approximately 200 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna.
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, 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna, 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, 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Oxford. (112 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Alfa Romeo Arna | 1959 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Morris |
Model | Arna | Oxford |
Year Released | 1985 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4350 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2530 mm |