1979 Lancia Beta vs. 1980 Subaru Rex
To start off, 1980 Subaru Rex is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lancia Beta (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1980 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1980 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lancia Beta weights approximately 505 kg more than 1980 Subaru Rex. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1979 Lancia Beta (171 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Subaru Rex. (43 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lancia Beta | 1980 Subaru Rex | |
| Make | Lancia | Subaru |
| Model | Beta | Rex |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 1930 mm |
