1953 Morris Minor vs. 1995 Peugeot 106
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 106 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,292 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 106 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 106 (100 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1953 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 106 should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 106 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1953 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 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 1953 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 106, 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, 1995 Peugeot 106 (109 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 106 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Morris Minor | 1995 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Morris | Peugeot |
| Model | Minor | 106 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 918 cc | 1292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2390 mm |
