1988 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 2012 Peugeot iOn
To start off, 2012 Peugeot iOn is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. In terms of performance, 1988 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot iOn. (63 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot iOn. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Peugeot iOn weights approximately 156 kg more than 1988 Morgan Plus 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, 2012 Peugeot iOn (180 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Morgan Plus 4. (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Peugeot iOn will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Morgan Plus 4 | 2012 Peugeot iOn | |
Make | Morgan | Peugeot |
Model | Plus 4 | iOn |
Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3395 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1475 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2550 mm |