1953 Morris Minor vs. 1998 Peugeot 106
To start off, 1998 Peugeot 106 is newer by 45 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 953 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Peugeot 106 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Peugeot 106 (44 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1953 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Peugeot 106 should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Morris Minor weights approximately 25 kg more than 1998 Peugeot 106.
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, 1998 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, 1998 Peugeot 106 (70 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 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 | 1998 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Morris | Peugeot |
| Model | Minor | 106 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 803 cc | 953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2390 mm |
