1983 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Alfa Romeo 33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 would be higher. At 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1983 Alfa Romeo 33. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1983 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 600 kg more than 1983 Alfa Romeo 33. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Alfa Romeo 33. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Subaru Legacy (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo 33. (113 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Alfa Romeo 33.

Compare all specifications:

1983 Alfa Romeo 33 2009 Subaru Legacy
Make Alfa Romeo Subaru
Model 33 Legacy
Year Released 1983 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1350 cc 2456 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 78 HP 170 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 113 Nm 231 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 80 mm 89.2 mm
Engine Stroke Size 67.2 mm 80 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 167 km/hour 197 km/hour
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 910 kg 1510 kg
Vehicle Length 4020 mm 4710 mm
Vehicle Width 1620 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 64 L


 

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