1977 Audi 100 vs. 1977 Subaru Rex
To start off, both 1977 Audi 100 and 1977 Subaru Rex were released in the same year (1977). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1977 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Audi 100 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1977 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1977 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Audi 100 weights approximately 615 kg more than 1977 Subaru Rex. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Subaru Rex is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Subaru Rex. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Audi 100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1977 Audi 100 (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Subaru Rex. (39 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1977 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Audi 100 | 1977 Subaru Rex | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | 100 | Rex |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 1930 mm |
