2005 Subaru Legacy vs. 1986 Alfa Romeo 90
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Alfa Romeo 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Alfa Romeo 90 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Alfa Romeo 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Alfa Romeo 90 (130 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Alfa Romeo 90 should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 235 kg more than 1986 Alfa Romeo 90.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Alfa Romeo 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, both vehicles can yield 176 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2005 Subaru Legacy | 1986 Alfa Romeo 90 | |
Make | Subaru | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Legacy | 90 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 176 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 66.2 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2520 mm |