1990 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1992 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1992 Subaru Legacy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alfa Romeo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1992 Subaru Legacy. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1992 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 52 kg more than 1992 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Alfa Romeo 164. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 (264 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Subaru Legacy. (263 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1992 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
| Model | 164 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 219 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1429 kg | 1377 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2590 mm |
