1989 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 1964 Morris Minor

To start off, 1989 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1964 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1964 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Morgan Plus 4 weights approximately 92 kg more than 1964 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 Plus 4 (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Morris Minor.

Compare all specifications:

1989 Morgan Plus 4 1964 Morris Minor
Make Morgan Morris
Model Plus 4 Minor
Year Released 1989 1964
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1993 cc 1098 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 137 HP 47 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5100 RPM
Torque 177 Nm 81 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 920 kg 828 kg
Vehicle Length 3900 mm 3770 mm
Vehicle Width 1510 mm 1560 mm
Vehicle Height 1280 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2190 mm