1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus vs. 2005 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2005 Subaru Impreza is newer by 42 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 10 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Impreza. (94 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 560 kg more than 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus.
Because 2005 Subaru Impreza 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, 2005 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, 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus (174 Nm @ 3350 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Impreza. (143 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | 2005 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Morgan | Subaru |
| Model | Plus 4 Plus | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2138 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3350 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2530 mm |
