1952 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 2005 Peugeot 1007
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 1007 is newer by 53 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, 2005 Peugeot 1007 (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1952 Morgan Plus 4. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 1007 should accelerate faster than 1952 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 1007 weights approximately 481 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, 2005 Peugeot 1007, 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, 2005 Peugeot 1007 (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Morgan Plus 4. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 1007 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Morgan Plus 4 | 2005 Peugeot 1007 | |
| Make | Morgan | Peugeot |
| Model | Plus 4 | 1007 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2088 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1243 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2320 mm |
