1999 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 1987 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1999 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1987 Subaru Leone. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1987 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Subaru Leone weights approximately 60 kg more than 1999 Morgan Plus 4.
Because 1999 Morgan Plus 4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Subaru Leone, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Morgan Plus 4 (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Subaru Leone. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Morgan Plus 4 | 1987 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Morgan | Subaru |
Model | Plus 4 | Leone |
Year Released | 1999 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2470 mm |