1984 Lancia Beta vs. 1988 Subaru Rex
To start off, 1988 Subaru Rex is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lancia Beta (82 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1988 Subaru Rex. (31 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1988 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lancia Beta weights approximately 445 kg more than 1988 Subaru Rex. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Lancia Beta (111 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Subaru Rex. (43 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lancia Beta | 1988 Subaru Rex | |
| Make | Lancia | Subaru |
| Model | Beta | Rex |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1366 cc | 544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2260 mm |
