1971 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1997 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1997 Subaru Legacy is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1997 Subaru Legacy. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1997 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 310 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 1997 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Subaru Legacy. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1997 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
| Model | Spider | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
