1995 Morgan 4 vs. 2007 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 307 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 307 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1995 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1995 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 597 kg more than 1995 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Morgan 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 1995 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 307, 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 307 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Morgan 4 | 2007 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Morgan | Peugeot |
| Model | 4 | 307 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
