1985 Alpine V6 vs. 1973 Subaru R-2
To start off, 1985 Alpine V6 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Subaru R-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Subaru R-2 would be higher. At 2,848 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alpine V6 (158 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1973 Subaru R-2. (27 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1973 Subaru R-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Alpine V6 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1973 Subaru R-2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1985 Alpine V6 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Subaru R-2. (40 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1985 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Subaru R-2.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Alpine V6 | 1973 Subaru R-2 | |
Make | Alpine | Subaru |
Model | V6 | R-2 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 2848 cc | 356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 1930 mm |