1966 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2004 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2004 Subaru Legacy is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Legacy (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 180 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Subaru Legacy (225 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2004 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
| Model | Spider | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 64 L |
