1968 Morgan 4 vs. 1963 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1968 Morgan 4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 1,618 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Peugeot 404 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Morgan 4 (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1963 Peugeot 404. (73 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1963 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Peugeot 404 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1968 Morgan 4.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1968 Morgan 4 (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Peugeot 404. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Peugeot 404.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Morgan 4 | 1963 Peugeot 404 | |
Make | Morgan | Peugeot |
Model | 4 | 404 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1618 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2650 mm |