1972 Morgan 4 vs. 1972 Subaru Leone
To start off, both 1972 Morgan 4 and 1972 Subaru Leone were released in the same year (1972). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Morgan 4 (85 HP) has 25 more horse power than 1972 Subaru Leone. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1972 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Subaru Leone weights approximately 290 kg more than 1972 Morgan 4.
Because 1972 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Morgan 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1972 Morgan 4 (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Subaru Leone. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Morgan 4 | 1972 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Morgan | Subaru |
| Model | 4 | Leone |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2450 mm |
