1952 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 2000 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2000 Subaru Legacy is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Legacy (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1952 Morgan Plus 4. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1952 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 553 kg more than 1952 Morgan Plus 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Morgan Plus 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Legacy (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Morgan Plus 4. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Morgan Plus 4 | 2000 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Morgan | Subaru |
Model | Plus 4 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1952 | 2000 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2088 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2640 mm |