1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (242 HP) has 158 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (84 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 682 kg more than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Subaru Legacy (310 Nm @ 6400 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
| Model | Alfasud | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 242 HP |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
