1986 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester 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, 2007 Subaru Forester (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
| Model | Alfasud | Forester |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
