1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (136 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 560 kg more than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Subaru Legacy (187 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 2006 Subaru Legacy
Make Alfa Romeo Subaru
Model Giulietta Legacy
Year Released 1959 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1290 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 52 HP 136 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 94 Nm 187 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 875 kg 1435 kg
Vehicle Length 4000 mm 4730 mm
Vehicle Width 1560 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2400 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 53 L 64 L


 

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