1975 Innocenti Mini vs. 1995 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1995 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1975 Innocenti Mini. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1975 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Morgan Plus 4 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1975 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Morgan Plus 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 1995 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1995 Morgan Plus 4 (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Innocenti Mini. (76 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Innocenti Mini | 1995 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Innocenti | Morgan |
Model | Mini | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 996 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 76 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2500 mm |