1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Legacy (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. (109 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90.
Because 2011 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Legacy (349 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. (235 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 | 2011 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
| Model | 90 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2391 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4735 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1506 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 70 L |
