1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza

To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 28 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), 2013 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. (109 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 180 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2013 Subaru Impreza 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, 2013 Subaru Impreza 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 Impreza (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. (246 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza 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 2013 Subaru Impreza
Make Alfa Romeo Subaru
Model 90 Impreza
Year Released 1985 2013
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2492 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 109 HP 261 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 246 Nm 331 Nm
Torque RPM 2300 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 99 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 79 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline / Electric Hybrid
Top Speed 178 km/hour 240 km/hour
Drive Type Rear AWD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1250 kg 1430 kg
Vehicle Length 4400 mm 4580 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1475 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2620 mm


 

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