1994 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 2003 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2003 Subaru Impreza is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. Both 1994 Morgan Plus 4 and 2003 Subaru Impreza are equipped with a 1,994 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Impreza (246 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1994 Morgan Plus 4. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1994 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 460 kg more than 1994 Morgan Plus 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Morgan Plus 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Subaru Impreza (333 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Morgan Plus 4. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Morgan Plus 4 | 2003 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Morgan | Subaru |
| Model | Plus 4 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2640 mm |
