1980 Innocenti Mini vs. 1959 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1980 Innocenti Mini is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Morris Oxford (49 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1980 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Morris Oxford should accelerate faster than 1980 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Morris Oxford weights approximately 365 kg more than 1980 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1959 Morris Oxford (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Innocenti Mini. (70 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1959 Morris Oxford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Innocenti Mini | 1959 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Innocenti | Morris |
Model | Mini | Oxford |
Year Released | 1980 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2470 mm |