1956 Morris Minor vs. 2001 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2001 Peugeot 406 is newer by 45 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Peugeot 406 (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1956 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 519 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, 2001 Peugeot 406, 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, 2001 Peugeot 406 (181 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Morris Minor | 2001 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Morris | Peugeot |
| Model | Minor | 406 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
