1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1993 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1993 Subaru Impreza is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1993 Subaru Impreza. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 1993 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 326 kg more than 1993 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Subaru Impreza 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, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Subaru Impreza. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1993 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
| Model | Alfa 6 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1144 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |
