1962 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1983 Subaru DL
To start off, 1983 Subaru DL is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1983 Subaru DL. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1983 Subaru DL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 510 kg more than 1983 Subaru DL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Subaru DL. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Subaru DL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1983 Subaru DL | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
| Model | Spider | DL |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
