2006 Morgan 44 vs. 1979 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2006 Morgan 44 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Morgan 44 (115 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 505. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Morgan 44 should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 495 kg more than 2006 Morgan 44.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Morgan 44 (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Peugeot 505. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Morgan 44 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Morgan 44 | 1979 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | Morgan | Peugeot |
Model | 44 | 505 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2910 mm |