1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Forester (145 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (104 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Forester weights approximately 725 kg more than 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester 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, 2009 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (174 Nm @ 3350 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Morgan | Subaru |
Model | Plus 4 Plus | Forester |
Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2138 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3350 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2616 mm |