1998 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1955 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1955 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1955 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 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 1955 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 156, 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, 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1955 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Morris |
Model | 156 | Oxford |
Year Released | 1998 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2470 mm |