1980 Ferrari Pinin vs. 1980 Subaru Rex

To start off, both 1980 Ferrari Pinin and 1980 Subaru Rex were released in the same year (1980). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1980 Ferrari Pinin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari Pinin (355 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 1980 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari Pinin should accelerate faster than 1980 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari Pinin weights approximately 1295 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, 1980 Ferrari Pinin (459 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Subaru Rex. (43 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari Pinin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Subaru Rex.

Compare all specifications:

1980 Ferrari Pinin 1980 Subaru Rex
Make Ferrari Subaru
Model Pinin Rex
Year Released 1980 1980
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 4942 cc 544 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 355 HP 29 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 459 Nm 43 Nm
Torque RPM 4600 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1830 kg 535 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 3000 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 1930 mm


 

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