1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2001 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2001 Subaru Legacy is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,584 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 (143 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2001 Subaru Legacy. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 169 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Because 2001 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Legacy. (177 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 2001 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
| Model | 2600 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2640 mm |
