1978 Morgan 4 vs. 2009 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Impreza (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1978 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1978 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 650 kg more than 1978 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Morgan 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Subaru Impreza (142 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Morgan 4. (136 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Morgan 4 | 2009 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Morgan | Subaru |
Model | 4 | Impreza |
Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2619 mm |