1975 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Forester (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 628 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester 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, 2008 Subaru Forester (225 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider. (121 Nm). This means 2008 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
| Model | Spider | Forester |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1287 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1608 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2530 mm |
