1997 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1954 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,746 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV (144 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1954 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 265 kg more than 1954 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 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 1954 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV, 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, 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1954 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Morris |
Model | GTV | Oxford |
Year Released | 1997 | 1954 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1746 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 144 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |