2002 Mini Cooper vs. 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus
To start off, 2002 Mini Cooper is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus would be higher. At 2,138 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mini Cooper (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (104 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus.
Because 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus 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 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (174 Nm). This means 2002 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mini Cooper | 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | |
| Make | Mini | Morgan |
| Model | Cooper | Plus 4 Plus |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2138 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2450 mm |
