1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Legacy (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 571 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. 2011 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 has manual transmission. 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 2011 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
Model | 33 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1349 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1596 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4735 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1506 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.3 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |