1997 Morgan 4 vs. 1960 Peugeot 403
To start off, 1997 Morgan 4 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Peugeot 403. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Peugeot 403 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1960 Peugeot 403. (55 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1960 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Peugeot 403 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1997 Morgan 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:
| 1997 Morgan 4 | 1960 Peugeot 403 | |
| Make | Morgan | Peugeot |
| Model | 4 | 403 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
