2007 Mini Cooper vs. 1985 Morgan 4
To start off, 2007 Mini Cooper is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mini Cooper (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1985 Morgan 4. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1985 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mini Cooper weights approximately 390 kg more than 1985 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 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 1985 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Mini Cooper (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Morgan 4. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mini Cooper | 1985 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Mini | Morgan |
| Model | Cooper | 4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2450 mm |
