1953 Morris Minor vs. 2006 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 407 is newer by 53 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 1,559 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Peugeot 407 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1953 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 722 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, 2006 Peugeot 407, 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, 2006 Peugeot 407 (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Morris Minor | 2006 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Morris | Peugeot |
| Model | Minor | 407 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 918 cc | 1559 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1512 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2730 mm |
