1973 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2000 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2000 Subaru Legacy is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Legacy (206 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 630 kg more than 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Subaru Legacy (282 Nm) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider. (121 Nm). This means 2000 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2000 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
| Model | Spider | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 282 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2660 mm |
