1975 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2013 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2013 Subaru Legacy is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Legacy (171 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 578 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Subaru Legacy (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo GT | 2013 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
| Model | GT | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1505 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2750 mm |
