2003 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2013 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2013 Subaru Legacy is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Legacy. (171 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 148 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT.
Because 2013 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Legacy. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo GT | 2013 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
| Model | GT | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 340 mm | 1505 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2750 mm |
