1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (162 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 612 kg more than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
| Model | Giulietta | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 64 L |
