2008 Mini Cooper vs. 1966 Morris Minor
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mini Cooper (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1966 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1966 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mini Cooper weights approximately 415 kg more than 1966 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 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 1966 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Mini Cooper (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mini Cooper | 1966 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Mini | Morris |
| Model | Cooper | Minor |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
