1989 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1989 Alfa Romeo 75. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1989 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 505 kg more than 1989 Alfa Romeo 75. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Alfa Romeo 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Legacy (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Alfa Romeo 75. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Alfa Romeo 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 | 2011 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
| Model | 75 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1567 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4735 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1506 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 70 L |
