1959 Morris Minor vs. 1975 Peugeot 104
To start off, 1975 Peugeot 104 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Peugeot 104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Peugeot 104 (66 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1959 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Peugeot 104 should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Morris Minor weights approximately 25 kg more than 1975 Peugeot 104.
Because 1959 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 1959 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Peugeot 104, 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, 1975 Peugeot 104 (83 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Peugeot 104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Morris Minor | 1975 Peugeot 104 | |
Make | Morris | Peugeot |
Model | Minor | 104 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 69 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |