1984 Citroen Visa vs. 1978 Subaru Rex
To start off, 1984 Citroen Visa is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Subaru Rex. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Subaru Rex would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen Visa (104 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1978 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1978 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen Visa weights approximately 335 kg more than 1978 Subaru Rex. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Subaru Rex. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Citroen Visa, 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, 1984 Citroen Visa (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Subaru Rex. (42 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Visa | 1978 Subaru Rex | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | Visa | Rex |
Year Released | 1984 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 544 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 42 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 1930 mm |