1956 Morris Oxford vs. 1977 ZIL 117
To start off, 1977 ZIL 117 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 6,959 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 ZIL 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 ZIL 117 (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1956 Morris Oxford. (52 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 ZIL 117 should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 ZIL 117 weights approximately 1883 kg more than 1956 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, 1977 ZIL 117 (570 Nm) has 464 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm). This means 1977 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Morris Oxford | 1977 ZIL 117 | |
| Make | Morris | ZIL |
| Model | Oxford | 117 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 6959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 2950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3310 mm |
