1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Legacy (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Because 2011 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. 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 (349 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (141 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 2011 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
| Model | Alfetta | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4735 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1506 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 70 L |
