1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 29 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (243 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 690 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 2007 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, 2007 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, 2007 Subaru Legacy (327 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
Model | Alfasud | Legacy |
Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 243 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 327 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |