1978 Subaru Rex vs. 1987 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 1987 Suzuki Alto is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Subaru Rex. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Subaru Rex would be higher. At 547 cc (3 cylinders), 1987 Suzuki Alto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Suzuki Alto (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1978 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Suzuki Alto should accelerate faster than 1978 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Suzuki Alto weights approximately 65 kg more than 1978 Subaru Rex. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Subaru Rex. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Suzuki Alto, 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, 1987 Suzuki Alto (74 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Subaru Rex. (42 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Suzuki Alto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Subaru Rex | 1987 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Subaru | Suzuki |
| Model | Rex | Alto |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 544 cc | 547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1930 mm | 2340 mm |
