1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus vs. 2008 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2008 Subaru Impreza is newer by 45 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Impreza (224 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (104 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 783 kg more than 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 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, 2008 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, 2008 Subaru Impreza (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (174 Nm @ 3350 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | 2008 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Morgan | Subaru |
| Model | Plus 4 Plus | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2138 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3350 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1608 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2630 mm |
