1991 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 2007 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 407 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 2,177 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 407 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1991 Morgan Plus 4. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1991 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 830 kg more than 1991 Morgan Plus 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Peugeot 407, 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, 2007 Peugeot 407 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Morgan Plus 4. (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Morgan Plus 4 | 2007 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Morgan | Peugeot |
| Model | Plus 4 | 407 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2177 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2730 mm |
