1986 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Alfa Romeo 33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 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 32 more horse power than 1986 Alfa Romeo 33. (116 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1986 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 598 kg more than 1986 Alfa Romeo 33. 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 1986 Alfa Romeo 33. 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 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Alfa Romeo 33. (150 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Alfa Romeo 33 | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
Model | 33 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1717 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1535 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |