1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2000 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2000 Subaru Legacy is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Legacy (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2000 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2000 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Subaru Legacy (196 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. 2000 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 has manual transmission. 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 2000 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
| Model | Alfa 6 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
