2000 Morgan 4 vs. 1997 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2000 Morgan 4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1997 Peugeot 206. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1997 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Morgan 4 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1997 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 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 2000 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot 206, 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, 2000 Morgan 4 (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Peugeot 206. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Morgan 4 | 1997 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Morgan | Peugeot |
| Model | 4 | 206 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
