1953 Morris Minor vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 406 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 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 406 (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1953 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 415 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 406, 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 406 (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 406 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 406 | |
Make | Morris | Peugeot |
Model | Minor | 406 |
Year Released | 1953 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 803 cc | 1580 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2710 mm |