1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Forester weights approximately 820 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe.
Because 2011 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. (190 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
Model | Coupe | Forester |
Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 64 L |