1956 Morris Minor vs. 1999 Peugeot 806
To start off, 1999 Peugeot 806 is newer by 43 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 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Peugeot 806 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Peugeot 806 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1956 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Peugeot 806 should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot 806 weights approximately 620 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, 1999 Peugeot 806, 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, 1999 Peugeot 806 (153 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Peugeot 806 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Morris Minor | 1999 Peugeot 806 | |
| Make | Morris | Peugeot |
| Model | Minor | 806 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
