2005 Morgan 4 vs. 2011 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mini Cooper (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2005 Morgan 4. (113 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2005 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mini Cooper weights approximately 325 kg more than 2005 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 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 2005 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, 2011 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Morgan 4 | 2011 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Morgan | Mini |
| Model | 4 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2005 | 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 | 113 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3729 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
