2008 Mini Cooper vs. 1970 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,622 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mini Cooper (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1970 Morris Oxford. (61 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1970 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Morris Oxford weights approximately 5 kg more than 2008 Mini Cooper.
Because 1970 Morris Oxford 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 1970 Morris Oxford. 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 (149 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Morris Oxford. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mini Cooper | 1970 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Mini | Morris |
Model | Cooper | Oxford |
Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1622 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 61 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 129 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |