1964 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus
To start off, 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin Mini Cooper would be higher. At 2,138 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus (104 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1964 Austin Mini Cooper. (76 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus weights approximately 175 kg more than 1964 Austin Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1964 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, 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus (174 Nm @ 3350 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin Mini Cooper. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Austin Mini Cooper | 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | |
Make | Austin | Morgan |
Model | Mini Cooper | Plus 4 Plus |
Year Released | 1964 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2138 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3350 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2450 mm |