2011 Subaru Outback vs. 1996 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2011 Subaru Outback is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Alfa Romeo 146. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Outback (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 146. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Outback weights approximately 361 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo 146. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Alfa Romeo 146. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Outback 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 Subaru Outback (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 146. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Subaru Outback | 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Subaru | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Outback | 146 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1821 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1669 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2741 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
