1954 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 2003 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2003 Peugeot 407 is newer by 49 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 407 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1954 Morgan Plus 4. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1954 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 560 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, 2003 Peugeot 407, 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 (166 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 407. (163 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1954 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Morgan Plus 4 | 2003 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Morgan | Peugeot |
| Model | Plus 4 | 407 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
