1954 Morris Minor vs. 2009 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2009 Peugeot 206 is newer by 55 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Peugeot 206 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1954 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 402 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, 2009 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, 2009 Peugeot 206 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Morris | Peugeot |
| Model | Minor | 206 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 801 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1227 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2450 mm |
