1964 Mini Countryman vs. 1993 Morgan 4
To start off, 1993 Morgan 4 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Mini Countryman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Mini Countryman would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Morgan 4 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1964 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1964 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Morgan 4 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1964 Mini Countryman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Morgan 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 1993 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1964 Mini Countryman, 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, 1993 Morgan 4 (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1993 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Mini Countryman | 1993 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Mini | Morgan |
| Model | Countryman | 4 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2450 mm |
