2002 Morgan 4 vs. 2011 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mini Cooper (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2002 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2002 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mini Cooper weights approximately 345 kg more than 2002 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 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 2002 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Morgan 4 (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mini Cooper. (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Morgan 4 | 2011 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Morgan | Mini |
| Model | 4 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3724 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
