1967 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2009 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2009 Subaru Outback is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Outback (242 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Outback weights approximately 105 kg more than 1967 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, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Outback. (215 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2009 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
| Model | Spider | Outback |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 64 L |
