1988 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 2006 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2006 Subaru Impreza is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Impreza (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1988 Morgan Plus 4. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1988 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 456 kg more than 1988 Morgan Plus 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Morgan Plus 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Subaru Impreza (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Morgan Plus 4. (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Morgan Plus 4 | 2006 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Morgan | Subaru |
| Model | Plus 4 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2530 mm |
