1959 Morgan 4 vs. 1987 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1987 Subaru Leone is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Subaru Leone (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1959 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1959 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Subaru Leone weights approximately 330 kg more than 1959 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Subaru Leone (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morgan 4. (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1987 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Morgan 4 | 1987 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Morgan | Subaru |
| Model | 4 | Leone |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2470 mm |
