1996 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1996 Morgan Plus 4. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman should accelerate faster than 1996 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman weights approximately 465 kg more than 1996 Morgan Plus 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 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 1996 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman, 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, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Morgan Plus 4. (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Morgan Plus 4 | 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
| Make | Morgan | Mini |
| Model | Plus 4 | Cooper Countryman |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1562 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2596 mm |
