1986 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1986 Subaru Rex
To start off, both 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 and 1986 Subaru Rex were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1986 Subaru Rex. (31 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1986 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 651 kg more than 1986 Subaru Rex. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 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 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Subaru Rex, 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, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 (230 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Subaru Rex. (43 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1986 Subaru Rex | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
Model | 75 | Rex |
Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 544 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 43 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 60 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2260 mm |