1987 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Legacy (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. (94 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75.

Because 2009 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. 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, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 (193 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

1987 Alfa Romeo 75 2009 Subaru Legacy
Make Alfa Romeo Subaru
Model 75 Legacy
Year Released 1987 2009
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 2457 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 94 HP 168 HP
Engine RPM 4300 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 193 Nm 170 Nm
Torque RPM 2300 RPM 4400 RPM
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1740 mm
Fuel Consumption 7.9 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 9 L/100km 13.1 L/100km


 

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