1972 Morgan 4 vs. 1973 Subaru R-2
To start off, 1973 Subaru R-2 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Morgan 4 (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1973 Subaru R-2. (27 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1973 Subaru R-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Morgan 4 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1973 Subaru R-2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Subaru R-2. (40 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1972 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Subaru R-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Morgan 4 | 1973 Subaru R-2 | |
| Make | Morgan | Subaru |
| Model | 4 | R-2 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 1930 mm |
