1997 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV. (144 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 162 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Subaru Legacy (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
Model | GTV | Legacy |
Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1746 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 144 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1512 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |