1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1981 Subaru Rex
To start off, both 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud and 1981 Subaru Rex were released in the same year (1981). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,712 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (116 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1981 Subaru Rex. (31 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1981 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 355 kg more than 1981 Subaru Rex. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (147 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Subaru Rex. (43 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1981 Subaru Rex | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
Model | Alfasud | Rex |
Year Released | 1981 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1712 cc | 543 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 43 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2260 mm |