1956 Morris Minor vs. 1986 Peugeot 309
To start off, 1986 Peugeot 309 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Peugeot 309 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 309 (67 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1956 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 309 should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Peugeot 309 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1956 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 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 1956 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 309, 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, 1986 Peugeot 309 (118 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1986 Peugeot 309 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Morris Minor | 1986 Peugeot 309 | |
| Make | Morris | Peugeot |
| Model | Minor | 309 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 803 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2480 mm |
