1962 Morris Minor vs. 1974 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1974 Peugeot 504 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,662 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Peugeot 504 (136 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1962 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 1962 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 445 kg more than 1962 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1974 Peugeot 504 (207 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Morris Minor | 1974 Peugeot 504 | |
Make | Morris | Peugeot |
Model | Minor | 504 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2662 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 207 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2560 mm |