1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 910 kg more than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Subaru Legacy (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. 2007 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 has manual transmission. 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 2007 Subaru Legacy
Make Alfa Romeo Subaru
Model 1900 Legacy
Year Released 1950 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1884 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 90 HP 242 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 140 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 7.5:1 9.5:1
Top Speed 145 km/hour 237 km/hour
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1100 kg 2010 kg
Vehicle Length 4410 mm 4670 mm
Vehicle Width 1610 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2680 mm


 

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