1970 Innocenti J4 vs. 1956 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1970 Innocenti J4 is newer by 14 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 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Innocenti J4 (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1956 Morris Oxford. (52 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Innocenti J4 should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Morris Oxford weights approximately 187 kg more than 1970 Innocenti J4.
Because 1956 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 1956 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 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, 1956 Morris Oxford (106 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Innocenti J4. (83 Nm). This means 1956 Morris Oxford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Innocenti J4 | 1956 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Innocenti | Morris |
| Model | J4 | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1097 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2470 mm |
