1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 41 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 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (242 HP) has 97 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. (145 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 416 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. 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 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. 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 (311 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. (216 Nm). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
| Model | 2600 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 242 HP |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1217 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 64 L |
