1955 Morris Minor vs. 2006 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 206 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Peugeot 206 (175 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1955 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 773 kg more than 1955 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 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 1955 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Peugeot 206 (202 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Morris Minor | 2006 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Morris | Peugeot |
| Model | Minor | 206 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 803 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 787 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 50 L |
