1999 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (250 HP) has 97 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (153 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 303 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (339 Nm) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (191 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Alfa Romeo 145 | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
Model | 145 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 250 HP |
Torque | 191 Nm | 339 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.1 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1513 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.6 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.6 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 64 L |