1954 Morris Minor vs. 2002 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2002 Peugeot 206 is newer by 48 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 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Peugeot 206 (57 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1954 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 233 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, 2002 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, 2002 Peugeot 206 (95 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 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 | 2002 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Morris | Peugeot |
| Model | Minor | 206 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 803 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 69 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 787 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 50 L |
