2000 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1950 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1950 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1950 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 228 kg more than 1950 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 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 1950 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1950 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Morris |
Model | 156 | Oxford |
Year Released | 2000 | 1950 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1476 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 87 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 40 L |