1983 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2009 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2009 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 3,630 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Tribeca (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider. (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 2009 Subaru Tribeca is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Tribeca 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 Tribeca (247 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider. (183 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider. 2009 Subaru Tribeca has automatic transmission and 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider has manual transmission. 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Subaru Tribeca will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1983 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2009 Subaru Tribeca | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
Model | Spider | Tribeca |
Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1962 cc | 3630 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 247 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |