1952 Morris Minor vs. 1987 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1987 Peugeot 405 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,767 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Peugeot 405 (92 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1952 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1952 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 346 kg more than 1952 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1952 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 1952 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Peugeot 405, 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, 1987 Peugeot 405 (183 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Morris Minor | 1987 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Morris | Peugeot |
| Model | Minor | 405 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 803 cc | 1767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 774 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2680 mm |
