1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus vs. 2012 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2012 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 46 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (104 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 1044 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 2012 Subaru Tribeca 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, 2012 Subaru Tribeca 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, 2012 Subaru Tribeca (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (174 Nm @ 3350 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. 2012 Subaru Tribeca has automatic transmission and 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus has manual transmission. 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Subaru Tribeca will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | 2012 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | Morgan | Subaru |
| Model | Plus 4 Plus | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2138 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3350 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1869 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4864 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1687 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2748 mm |
