2001 BMW Compact vs. 1992 Subaru Vivio
To start off, 2001 BMW Compact is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Subaru Vivio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Subaru Vivio would be higher. At 2,501 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW Compact is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW Compact (193 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1992 Subaru Vivio. (42 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Compact should accelerate faster than 1992 Subaru Vivio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW Compact weights approximately 850 kg more than 1992 Subaru Vivio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Subaru Vivio is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 BMW Compact. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Subaru Vivio 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, 2001 BMW Compact (237 Nm) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Subaru Vivio. (53 Nm). This means 2001 BMW Compact will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Subaru Vivio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW Compact | 1992 Subaru Vivio | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | Compact | Vivio |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 42 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 32 L |
