1960 Mini MK I vs. 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus
To start off, 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Mini MK I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Mini MK I would be higher. At 2,138 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus (104 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1960 Mini MK I. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus should accelerate faster than 1960 Mini MK I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus weights approximately 210 kg more than 1960 Mini MK I. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus 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 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Mini MK I, 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, 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus (174 Nm @ 3350 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mini MK I. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Mini MK I.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Mini MK I | 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | |
| Make | Mini | Morgan |
| Model | MK I | Plus 4 Plus |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 2138 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 615 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2450 mm |
