2003 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2010 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2010 Subaru Legacy is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Legacy. (148 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 8 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166.
Because 2010 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Subaru Legacy (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 has automatic transmission and 2010 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2010 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2010 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
| Model | 166 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 236 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1535 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.3 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 65 L |
