2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione vs. 1966 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (399 HP) has 339 more horse power than 1966 Morris Oxford. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 1966 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione weights approximately 370 kg more than 1966 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (450 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Morris Oxford. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | 1966 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Morris |
Model | 8C Competizione | Oxford |
Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 1622 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 399 HP | 60 HP |
Torque | 450 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2530 mm |