1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2009 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza is newer by 44 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 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (148 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 19 kg more than 2009 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza 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 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (196 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 2009 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
Model | 2600 | Impreza |
Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
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 | 163 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 77.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |