1980 Subaru Coupe vs. 2001 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Subaru Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Subaru Coupe would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1980 Subaru Coupe. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1980 Subaru Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 357 kg more than 1980 Subaru Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Subaru Coupe. (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Subaru Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Subaru Coupe | 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Subaru | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Coupe | 146 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2550 mm |
