1960 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 2005 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 307 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Morgan Plus 4 (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 307. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1960 Morgan Plus 4.
Because 1960 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 1960 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 307, 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, 1960 Morgan Plus 4 (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 307. (134 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1960 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Morgan Plus 4 | 2005 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Morgan | Peugeot |
| Model | Plus 4 | 307 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
