2009 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1949 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo GT (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1949 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 485 kg more than 1949 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 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 1949 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo GT, 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 GT (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo GT | 1949 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Morris |
| Model | GT | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 40 L |
