1995 Mini MK VI vs. 1959 Morgan 4
To start off, 1995 Mini MK VI is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mini MK VI (41 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1959 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mini MK VI should accelerate faster than 1959 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Morgan 4 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1995 Mini MK VI.
Because 1959 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 1959 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1959 Morgan 4 (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mini MK VI. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1959 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mini MK VI.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mini MK VI | 1959 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Mini | Morgan |
| Model | MK VI | 4 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2450 mm |
