1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1990 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1990 Subaru Legacy is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1990 Subaru Legacy. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 1990 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1990 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Subaru Legacy. (145 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1990 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
Model | Alfa 6 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1979 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1820 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |