1981 Subaru Rex vs. 2010 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2010 Seat Ibiza is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Subaru Rex. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Subaru Rex would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Seat Ibiza (158 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1981 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1981 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 680 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, 2010 Seat Ibiza, 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, 2010 Seat Ibiza (330 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Subaru Rex. (42 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Subaru Rex | 2010 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Subaru | Seat |
| Model | Rex | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 544 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1930 mm | 2470 mm |
