1962 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy is newer by 49 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 15 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Legacy. (148 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 228 kg more than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Subaru Legacy (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2011 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
| Model | Spider | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1535 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 65 L |
