1995 Fiat Bravo vs. 1981 Subaru Rex
To start off, 1995 Fiat Bravo is newer by 14 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 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Bravo (80 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1981 Subaru Rex. (31 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1981 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 455 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, 1995 Fiat Bravo (111 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Subaru Rex. (43 Nm). This means 1995 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Bravo | 1981 Subaru Rex | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Bravo | Rex |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 543 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 60 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2260 mm |
