2008 Mini Cooper vs. 1994 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2008 Mini Cooper. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mini Cooper weights approximately 395 kg more than 1994 Morgan Plus 4.
Because 1994 Morgan Plus 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 1994 Morgan Plus 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, 1994 Morgan Plus 4 (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mini Cooper. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1994 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mini Cooper. 2008 Mini Cooper has automatic transmission and 1994 Morgan Plus 4 has manual transmission. 1994 Morgan Plus 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mini Cooper will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mini Cooper | 1994 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Mini | Morgan |
| Model | Cooper | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2500 mm |
