1977 Morgan 4 vs. 1992 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1992 Peugeot 405 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Peugeot 405 (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1977 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1977 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1977 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Peugeot 405 (168 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Morgan 4 | 1992 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Morgan | Peugeot |
| Model | 4 | 405 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2710 mm |
