1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1995 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 1995 Subaru Legacy is newer by 16 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 44 more horse power than 1995 Subaru Legacy. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 1995 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1995 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1995 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, 1995 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Subaru Legacy. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 1995 Subaru Legacy
Make Alfa Romeo Subaru
Model Alfa 6 Legacy
Year Released 1979 1995
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2492 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 158 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 220 Nm 170 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1470 kg 1350 kg
Vehicle Length 4690 mm 4600 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1410 mm


 

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