1995 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 1959 Peugeot 403
To start off, 1995 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Peugeot 403. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Peugeot 403 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1959 Peugeot 403. (56 HP @ 4650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Peugeot 403 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1995 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Morgan Plus 4 | 1959 Peugeot 403 | |
| Make | Morgan | Peugeot |
| Model | Plus 4 | 403 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1466 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2670 mm |
