1968 Morgan 4 vs. 2005 Peugeot 107
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 107 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Morgan 4 (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 107. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 107. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 107 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1968 Morgan 4.
Because 1968 Morgan 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 1968 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 107, 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, 1968 Morgan 4 (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 107. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 107.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Morgan 4 | 2005 Peugeot 107 | |
| Make | Morgan | Peugeot |
| Model | 4 | 107 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2350 mm |
