1957 Morris Minor vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1957 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Cooper weights approximately 385 kg more than 1957 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper, 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, 2013 Mini Cooper (260 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Morris Minor | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Morris | Mini |
Model | Minor | Cooper |
Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3729 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1407 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2467 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |