1949 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 2010 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2010 Subaru Legacy is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 65 kg more than 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Legacy 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.

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1949 Alfa Romeo 6C 2010 Subaru Legacy
Make Alfa Romeo Subaru
Model 6C Legacy
Year Released 1949 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2443 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 89 HP 170 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 5600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Manual CVT
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1500 kg 1565 kg
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 4735 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1821 mm
Vehicle Height 1510 mm 1506 mm
Wheelbase Size 3010 mm 2751 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 77 L 70 L