1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1995 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1995 Subaru Legacy is newer by 8 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 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Subaru Legacy (277 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. (192 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1995 Subaru Legacy.
Because 1995 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, 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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. (245 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1995 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
| Model | 164 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
