1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,583 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Forester (170 HP) has 7 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600. (163 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Forester weights approximately 104 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester 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, 2012 Subaru Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
| Model | 2600 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2583 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1474 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
