1956 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 2,087 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (146 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1956 Morgan Plus 4. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1956 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 593 kg more than 1956 Morgan Plus 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Morgan Plus 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza 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, 2013 Subaru Impreza (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morgan Plus 4. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Morgan Plus 4 | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Morgan | Subaru |
Model | Plus 4 | Impreza |
Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2087 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1988 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2645 mm |