1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo vs. 1989 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1989 Subaru Legacy is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo would be higher. At 2,212 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo (228 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 507 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo.
Because 1989 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo (306 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (188 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo | 1989 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
| Model | Navajo | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1377 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2590 mm |
