1989 Morgan 4 vs. 1968 Morris Minor
To start off, 1989 Morgan 4 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Morgan 4 (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1968 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1968 Morris Minor.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1989 Morgan 4 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Morgan 4 | 1968 Morris Minor | |
Make | Morgan | Morris |
Model | 4 | Minor |
Year Released | 1989 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 52 L |