1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Legacy (148 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 510 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2011 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Legacy (350 Nm) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. (191 Nm). This means 2011 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano has automatic transmission and 2011 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2011 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano 2011 Subaru Legacy
Make Alfa Romeo Subaru
Model Caimano Legacy
Year Released 1971 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1278 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer boxer
Horse Power 86 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 191 Nm 350 Nm
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1048 kg 1558 kg
Vehicle Length 3930 mm 4775 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1100 mm 1535 mm
Wheelbase Size 2260 mm 2750 mm