1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 would be higher. At 2,935 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 (171 HP) has 1 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Forester. (170 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Forester weights approximately 359 kg more than 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6.
Because 2012 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Subaru Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6. (222 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
| Model | GTV6 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2935 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1138 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |
