1990 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 2009 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Impreza (266 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1990 Morgan Plus 4. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1990 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 713 kg more than 1990 Morgan Plus 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 four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Morgan Plus 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 (331 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Morgan Plus 4. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Morgan Plus 4 | 2009 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Morgan | Subaru |
| Model | Plus 4 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2630 mm |
