1981 Ford Cortina vs. 1981 Subaru Rex
To start off, both 1981 Ford Cortina 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 1,293 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Cortina (59 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1981 Subaru Rex. (31 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1981 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Cortina weights approximately 445 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 Ford Cortina 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 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Subaru Rex, 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 Ford Cortina (92 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Subaru Rex. (43 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Cortina | 1981 Subaru Rex | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Cortina | Rex |
Year Released | 1981 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1293 cc | 543 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 92 Nm | 43 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 60 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2260 mm |