1965 Innocenti Mini vs. 2001 Morgan 4
To start off, 2001 Morgan 4 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1965 Innocenti Mini. (36 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1965 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Morgan 4 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1965 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 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 2001 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 Innocenti Mini, 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, 2001 Morgan 4 (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Innocenti Mini. (56 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2001 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Innocenti Mini | 2001 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Morgan |
| Model | Mini | 4 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2450 mm |
