1985 Alfa Romeo Arna vs. 1995 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1995 Subaru Legacy is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Subaru Legacy (277 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 430 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Subaru Legacy (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna. (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna | 1995 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
| Model | Arna | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2640 mm |
