1967 Morris Minor vs. 1994 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1994 Peugeot 205 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,292 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Peugeot 205 (102 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1967 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1967 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Morris Minor weights approximately 10 kg more than 1994 Peugeot 205.
Because 1967 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 1967 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 205, 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, 1994 Peugeot 205 (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Morris Minor | 1994 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Morris | Peugeot |
| Model | Minor | 205 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
