1954 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 1969 Peugeot 304
To start off, 1969 Peugeot 304 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Peugeot 304 (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1954 Morgan Plus 4. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Peugeot 304 should accelerate faster than 1954 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Peugeot 304 weights approximately 153 kg more than 1954 Morgan Plus 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 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 1954 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Peugeot 304, 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, 1954 Morgan Plus 4 (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Peugeot 304. (94 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1954 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Peugeot 304.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Morgan Plus 4 | 1969 Peugeot 304 | |
Make | Morgan | Peugeot |
Model | Plus 4 | 304 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2088 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2600 mm |