1991 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 1978 Peugeot 305
To start off, 1991 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Peugeot 305. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Peugeot 305 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1978 Peugeot 305. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1978 Peugeot 305. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Peugeot 305 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1991 Morgan Plus 4.
Because 1991 Morgan Plus 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 1991 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Peugeot 305, 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, 1991 Morgan Plus 4 (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Peugeot 305. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Peugeot 305.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Morgan Plus 4 | 1978 Peugeot 305 | |
| Make | Morgan | Peugeot |
| Model | Plus 4 | 305 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2630 mm |
