1985 Citroen Visa vs. 1981 Subaru Rex
To start off, 1985 Citroen Visa is newer by 4 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 652 cc (2 cylinders), 1985 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen Visa (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1981 Subaru Rex. (31 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1981 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen Visa weights approximately 185 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.
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, 1985 Citroen Visa (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Subaru Rex. (43 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Citroen Visa | 1981 Subaru Rex | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | Visa | Rex |
Year Released | 1985 | 1981 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 543 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 43 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2260 mm |