1950 Morris Minor vs. 2009 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2009 Peugeot 307 is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Peugeot 307 (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1950 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1950 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 601 kg more than 1950 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 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 1950 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Peugeot 307, 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, 2009 Peugeot 307 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Morris Minor | 2009 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Morris | Peugeot |
| Model | Minor | 307 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 918 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1391 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2710 mm |
