1985 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Legacy (148 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1985 Alfa Romeo 75. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1985 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 498 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo 75. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Alfa Romeo 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy 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 Legacy (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo 75. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alfa Romeo 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
| Model | 75 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1567 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1535 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 65 L |
