1968 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Forester (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Forester weights approximately 653 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Subaru Forester (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Alfa Romeo GT | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
Model | GT | Forester |
Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 60 L |