1999 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 13 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 278 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 2012 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, 2012 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, 2012 Subaru Legacy (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
| Model | 146 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1553 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.6 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
