1971 Morris Minor vs. 1955 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1971 Morris Minor is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Morris Minor (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Morris Minor should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1971 Morris Minor.
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, 1971 Morris Minor (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Morris Minor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Morris Minor | 1955 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Morris | Peugeot |
| Model | Minor | 203 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 70 L |
