1988 Lancia Hit vs. 1983 Subaru Rex
To start off, 1988 Lancia Hit is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Subaru Rex. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Subaru Rex would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lancia Hit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lancia Hit (185 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1983 Subaru Rex. (31 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Hit should accelerate faster than 1983 Subaru Rex.
Because 1988 Lancia Hit is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Subaru Rex. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Hit will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Lancia Hit (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Subaru Rex. (43 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Lancia Hit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lancia Hit | 1983 Subaru Rex | |
| Make | Lancia | Subaru |
| Model | Hit | Rex |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2260 mm |
