2000 Morgan 4 vs. 1981 Subaru Coupe
To start off, 2000 Morgan 4 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Subaru Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Subaru Coupe would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1981 Subaru Coupe. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1981 Subaru Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Morgan 4 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1981 Subaru Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Morgan 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 2000 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Subaru Coupe, 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, 2000 Morgan 4 (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Subaru Coupe. (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Subaru Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Morgan 4 | 1981 Subaru Coupe | |
| Make | Morgan | Subaru |
| Model | 4 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 60 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2470 mm |
