1970 Mini MK III vs. 1958 Morgan 4
To start off, 1970 Mini MK III is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mini MK III (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1958 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mini MK III should accelerate faster than 1958 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Morgan 4 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1970 Mini MK III.
Because 1958 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 1958 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Mini MK III, 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, 1958 Morgan 4 (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mini MK III. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1958 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mini MK III.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mini MK III | 1958 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Mini | Morgan |
| Model | MK III | 4 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2450 mm |
