1954 Morris Minor vs. 1997 Peugeot 206
To start off, 1997 Peugeot 206 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Peugeot 206 (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1954 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1954 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 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 1954 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot 206, 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, 1997 Peugeot 206 (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Morris Minor | 1997 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Morris | Peugeot |
| Model | Minor | 206 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 803 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 787 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 50 L |
