2008 Mini Cooper vs. 1980 Morgan 4
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mini Cooper (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1980 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1980 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mini Cooper weights approximately 480 kg more than 1980 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 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 1980 Morgan 4. 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 (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mini Cooper | 1980 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Mini | Morgan |
Model | Cooper | 4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2450 mm |