1972 Morgan 4 vs. 1986 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1986 Peugeot 205 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,775 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 205 (444 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 359 more horse power than 1972 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1972 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Peugeot 205 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1972 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Peugeot 205 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Morgan 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 205 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1986 Peugeot 205 (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Morgan 4 | 1986 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Morgan | Peugeot |
| Model | 4 | 205 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1775 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2550 mm |
