1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1989 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1989 Subaru Legacy is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,820 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Subaru Legacy (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 220 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Subaru Legacy (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1989 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
Model | Giulia | Legacy |
Year Released | 1972 | 1989 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1820 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 64 L |