1958 Morgan 4 vs. 1983 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1983 Subaru Leone is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Subaru Leone (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1958 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1958 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Subaru Leone weights approximately 170 kg more than 1958 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Subaru Leone, 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, 1983 Subaru Leone (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morgan 4. (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1983 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Morgan 4 | 1983 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Morgan | Subaru |
| Model | 4 | Leone |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2390 mm |
