1993 Alpine A 610 vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Alpine A 610. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Alpine A 610 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Legacy (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1993 Alpine A 610. (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1993 Alpine A 610. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 187 kg more than 1993 Alpine A 610. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Alpine A 610. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1993 Alpine A 610 (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1993 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Legacy. 2012 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 1993 Alpine A 610 has manual transmission. 1993 Alpine A 610 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Alpine A 610 | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Alpine | Subaru |
Model | A 610 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1601 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |