1970 Morris Minor vs. 1986 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1986 Peugeot 505 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,848 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 505 (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1970 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1970 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1970 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, 1986 Peugeot 505 (240 Nm @ 4150 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Morris Minor | 1986 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Morris | Peugeot |
| Model | Minor | 505 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
