1955 Morris Minor vs. 2008 Peugeot 207

To start off, 2008 Peugeot 207 is newer by 53 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Peugeot 207 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Peugeot 207 (119 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1955 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Peugeot 207 should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 207 weights approximately 463 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.

Let's talk about torque, 2008 Peugeot 207 (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 207 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Minor.

Compare all specifications:

1955 Morris Minor 2008 Peugeot 207
Make Morris Peugeot
Model Minor 207
Year Released 1955 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 803 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 30 HP 119 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 54 Nm 260 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 1600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 58 mm 77 mm
Engine Stroke Size 76 mm 85.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 7.2:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 787 kg 1250 kg
Vehicle Length 3770 mm 3740 mm
Vehicle Width 1560 mm 1980 mm
Vehicle Height 1530 mm 1630 mm
Wheelbase Size 2190 mm 2550 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 22 L 49 L