1997 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1994 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Subaru Legacy (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 215 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Subaru Legacy (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1994 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1994 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
| Model | 145 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
