2002 Mini Cooper vs. 1953 Morris Minor
To start off, 2002 Mini Cooper is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mini Cooper (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1953 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Minor.
Because 1953 Morris Minor 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 1953 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mini Cooper, 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, 2002 Mini Cooper (210 Nm) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Minor. (53 Nm). This means 2002 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mini Cooper | 1953 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Mini | Morris |
| Model | Cooper | Minor |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 918 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2190 mm |
