1972 Innocenti Mini vs. 1950 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1972 Innocenti Mini is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,476 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Innocenti Mini (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1950 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Innocenti Mini should accelerate faster than 1950 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Morris Oxford weights approximately 330 kg more than 1972 Innocenti Mini.
Because 1950 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 1950 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Innocenti Mini, 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, 1972 Innocenti Mini (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1972 Innocenti Mini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Innocenti Mini | 1950 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Innocenti | Morris |
| Model | Mini | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 672 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2470 mm |
