1975 Innocenti Mini vs. 1951 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1975 Innocenti Mini is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,475 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Innocenti Mini (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1951 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Innocenti Mini should accelerate faster than 1951 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Morris Oxford weights approximately 300 kg more than 1975 Innocenti Mini.
Because 1951 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 1951 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1951 Morris Oxford (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Innocenti Mini. (76 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1951 Morris Oxford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Innocenti Mini | 1951 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Innocenti | Morris |
| Model | Mini | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 1475 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2470 mm |
