1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 520 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (225 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (142 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
| Model | Giulia | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1522 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 64 L |
