1963 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 1951 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1963 Austin Mini Cooper is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Austin Mini Cooper (67 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1951 Morgan Plus 4. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Austin Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1951 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Morgan Plus 4 weights approximately 72 kg more than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper.
Because 1951 Morgan Plus 4 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 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 Austin 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, 1951 Morgan Plus 4 (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. (84 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1951 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Austin Mini Cooper | 1951 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Austin | Morgan |
Model | Mini Cooper | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1071 cc | 2088 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 762 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2440 mm |