1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1991 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1991 Subaru Legacy is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 (149 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1991 Subaru Legacy. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1991 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 50 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164.
Because 1991 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Subaru Legacy. (164 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1991 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
| Model | 164 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2590 mm |
