1996 Morgan 4 vs. 1989 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1996 Morgan 4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1989 Peugeot 205. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1989 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Morgan 4 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1989 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 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 1996 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Peugeot 205, 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, 1996 Morgan 4 (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Peugeot 205. (75 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Morgan 4 | 1989 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Morgan | Peugeot |
| Model | 4 | 205 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2430 mm |
