1967 Innocenti J4 vs. 1955 Morris Minor
To start off, 1967 Innocenti J4 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Innocenti J4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Innocenti J4 (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1955 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Innocenti J4 should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Innocenti J4 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1955 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Morris Minor 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 1955 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Innocenti J4, 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, 1967 Innocenti J4 (82 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Minor. (55 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1967 Innocenti J4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Innocenti J4 | 1955 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Innocenti | Morris |
| Model | J4 | Minor |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 22 L |
