1981 Audi 100 vs. 1981 Subaru Rex
To start off, both 1981 Audi 100 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi 100 (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1981 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1981 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Audi 100 weights approximately 575 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.
Because 1981 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 1981 Subaru Rex. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1981 Audi 100 (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Subaru Rex. (42 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Audi 100 | 1981 Subaru Rex | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | 100 | Rex |
Year Released | 1981 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 544 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 42 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 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 |