2009 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 1952 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1952 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 1952 Morris Oxford.
Because 1952 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 1952 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera, 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera | 1952 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Morris |
| Model | Brera | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 1476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
