1959 Morris Oxford vs. 2005 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 206 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 206 (74 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1959 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Morris Oxford weights approximately 11 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 206.
Because 1959 Morris Oxford 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 Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 206, 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, 2005 Peugeot 206 (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Morris Oxford | 2005 Peugeot 206 | |
Make | Morris | Peugeot |
Model | Oxford | 206 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 77 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2390 mm |