2000 Subaru Legacy vs. 2011 Alfa Romeo MiTo
To start off, 2011 Alfa Romeo MiTo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alfa Romeo MiTo (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alfa Romeo MiTo should accelerate faster than 2000 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 169 kg more than 2011 Alfa Romeo MiTo.
Because 2000 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Alfa Romeo MiTo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 Alfa Romeo MiTo (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (177 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Alfa Romeo MiTo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Subaru Legacy | 2011 Alfa Romeo MiTo | |
| Make | Subaru | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Legacy | MiTo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2520 mm |
