1988 Morgan 4 vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1988 Morgan 4. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1988 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 630 kg more than 1988 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Morgan 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Impreza (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Morgan 4. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Morgan 4 | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Morgan | Subaru |
Model | 4 | Impreza |
Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2624 mm |