1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus vs. 2006 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 206 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus would be higher. At 2,138 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus (104 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 206. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 129 kg more than 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus.
Because 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus 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 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 206, 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, 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus (174 Nm @ 3350 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 206. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | 2006 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Morgan | Peugeot |
| Model | Plus 4 Plus | 206 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2138 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3350 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2450 mm |
