1956 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 1965 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1965 Peugeot 204 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 2,087 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Morgan Plus 4 (57 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 204. (54 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Peugeot 204 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1956 Morgan Plus 4.
Because 1956 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 1956 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 Peugeot 204, 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, 1956 Morgan Plus 4 (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 204. (89 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Morgan Plus 4 | 1965 Peugeot 204 | |
Make | Morgan | Peugeot |
Model | Plus 4 | 204 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2087 cc | 1130 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 54 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 89 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 882 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2600 mm |