1981 Subaru Rex vs. 1981 Suzuki Alto
To start off, both 1981 Subaru Rex and 1981 Suzuki Alto were released in the same year (1981). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 796 cc (3 cylinders), 1981 Suzuki Alto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Suzuki Alto (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1981 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Suzuki Alto should accelerate faster than 1981 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Suzuki Alto weights approximately 75 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 Suzuki Alto, 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 Suzuki Alto (60 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Subaru Rex. (42 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Suzuki Alto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Subaru Rex | 1981 Suzuki Alto | |
Make | Subaru | Suzuki |
Model | Rex | Alto |
Year Released | 1981 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 544 cc | 796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 60 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1930 mm | 2160 mm |