1969 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (243 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo GTA. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo GTA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 759 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo GTA. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Alfa Romeo GTA. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Subaru Legacy (327 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo GTA. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo GTA.

Compare all specifications:

1969 Alfa Romeo GTA 2007 Subaru Legacy
Make Alfa Romeo Subaru
Model GTA Legacy
Year Released 1969 2007
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1288 cc 1992 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 93 HP 243 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 140 Nm 327 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.7:1 8.2:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 790 kg 1549 kg
Vehicle Length 4090 mm 4740 mm
Vehicle Width 1590 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 46 L 64 L


 

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