1993 Mini MK VI vs. 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100
To start off, 1993 Mini MK VI is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100 would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100 (57 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1993 Mini MK VI. (41 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mini MK VI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100 weights approximately 142 kg more than 1993 Mini MK VI. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100 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 Plus 2100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Mini MK VI, 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 Plus 2100 (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mini MK VI. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mini MK VI.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mini MK VI | 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100 | |
| Make | Mini | Morgan |
| Model | MK VI | 4 Plus 2100 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2440 mm |
