1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (187 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo.
Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. 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 (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (223 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
Model | Dardo | Legacy |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |