1987 Alpine V6 vs. 1948 Morris Oxford

To start off, 1987 Alpine V6 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 2,457 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alpine V6 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1948 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1948 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alpine V6 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1948 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1987 Alpine V6 (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1987 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Morris Oxford.

Compare all specifications:

1987 Alpine V6 1948 Morris Oxford
Make Alpine Morris
Model V6 Oxford
Year Released 1987 1948
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 2457 cc 1474 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 197 HP 40 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 296 Nm 88 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 1800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1180 kg 1000 kg
Vehicle Length 4320 mm 4220 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1210 mm 1630 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 2470 mm


 

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