1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Forester (170 HP) has 64 more horse power than 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint. (106 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Forester weights approximately 582 kg more than 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester 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, 2011 Subaru Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
| Model | Sprint | Forester |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
