1973 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 506 kg more than 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (297 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
| Model | Junior | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 89.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2680 mm |
