1966 Innocenti IM 3 vs. 1958 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1966 Innocenti IM 3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Innocenti IM 3 (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1958 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Innocenti IM 3 should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Morris Oxford weights approximately 196 kg more than 1966 Innocenti IM 3.
Because 1958 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 1958 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 Innocenti IM 3, 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, 1958 Morris Oxford (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Innocenti IM 3. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1958 Morris Oxford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Innocenti IM 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Innocenti IM 3 | 1958 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Innocenti | Morris |
| Model | IM 3 | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2470 mm |
