1999 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Legacy (148 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 343 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Legacy (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Alfa Romeo 146 | 2011 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
Model | 146 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1746 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1535 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.6 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.6 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 65 L |