1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 30 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 (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Forester (221 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Forester weights approximately 655 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 2013 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, 2013 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, 2013 Subaru Forester (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
| Model | Sprint | Forester |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2615 mm |
