1952 Morris Minor vs. 2005 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 307 is newer by 53 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 307 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1952 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1952 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 503 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, 2005 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, 2005 Peugeot 307 (181 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Morris Minor | 2005 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Morris | Peugeot |
| Model | Minor | 307 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 803 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 774 kg | 1277 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2710 mm |
