1952 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 1986 Peugeot 309
To start off, 1986 Peugeot 309 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 309 (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1952 Morgan Plus 4. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 309 should accelerate faster than 1952 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Peugeot 309 weights approximately 88 kg more than 1952 Morgan Plus 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1952 Morgan Plus 4 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 1952 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 309, 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, 1952 Morgan Plus 4 (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 309. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1952 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Morgan Plus 4 | 1986 Peugeot 309 | |
| Make | Morgan | Peugeot |
| Model | Plus 4 | 309 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2088 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2480 mm |
