1963 Mini MK I vs. 1959 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1963 Mini MK I is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Morgan Plus 4 (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1963 Mini MK I. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1963 Mini MK I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Morgan Plus 4 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1963 Mini MK I. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 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, 1959 Morgan Plus 4 (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mini MK I. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1959 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Mini MK I.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Mini MK I | 1959 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Mini | Morgan |
| Model | MK I | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 615 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2440 mm |
