1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus vs. 1985 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1985 Subaru Leone is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus would be higher. At 2,138 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus (104 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1985 Subaru Leone. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus should accelerate faster than 1985 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Subaru Leone weights approximately 285 kg more than 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus.
Because 1985 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Subaru Leone 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, 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus (174 Nm @ 3350 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Subaru Leone. (137 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | 1985 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Morgan | Subaru |
| Model | Plus 4 Plus | Leone |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2138 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3350 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2470 mm |
