1999 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 2005 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2005 Subaru Impreza is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. Both 1999 Morgan Plus 4 and 2005 Subaru Impreza are equipped with a 1,994 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Impreza. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 530 kg more than 1999 Morgan Plus 4.
Because 2005 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Morgan Plus 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Subaru Impreza (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Morgan Plus 4. (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Morgan Plus 4 | 2005 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Morgan | Subaru |
| Model | Plus 4 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| 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 | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2680 mm |
