1965 Mini MK I vs. 1993 Morgan 4
To start off, 1993 Morgan 4 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mini MK I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mini MK I would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1965 Mini MK I. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1965 Mini MK I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Morgan 4 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1965 Mini MK I. 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, 1965 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, 1993 Morgan 4 (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mini MK I. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1993 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mini MK I.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Mini MK I | 1993 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Mini | Morgan |
| Model | MK I | 4 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 846 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 615 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2450 mm |
