1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 2013 Subaru Outback

To start off, 2013 Subaru Outback is newer by 63 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 2,500 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Outback (171 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Outback weights approximately 558 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 2013 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Outback 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, 2013 Subaru Outback (236 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (140 Nm). This means 2013 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900.

Compare all specifications:

1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 2013 Subaru Outback
Make Alfa Romeo Subaru
Model 1900 Outback
Year Released 1950 2013
Body Type Coupe Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1883 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 16 cylinders
Engine Type in-line dual-disk rotary
Horse Power 100 HP 171 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 140 Nm 236 Nm
Engine Bore Size 82.6 mm 90 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 94 mm
Drive Type Rear AWD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1000 kg 1558 kg
Vehicle Length 4410 mm 4800 mm
Vehicle Width 1640 mm 2050 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1670 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2740 mm


 

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