2009 Brilliance BS6 vs. 1994 Subaru Vivio
To start off, 2009 Brilliance BS6 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Subaru Vivio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Subaru Vivio would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Brilliance BS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Brilliance BS6 (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1994 Subaru Vivio. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Brilliance BS6 should accelerate faster than 1994 Subaru Vivio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Brilliance BS6 weights approximately 791 kg more than 1994 Subaru Vivio. 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, 2009 Brilliance BS6 (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Subaru Vivio. (54 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Brilliance BS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Subaru Vivio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Brilliance BS6 | 1994 Subaru Vivio | |
| Make | Brilliance | Subaru |
| Model | BS6 | Vivio |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2320 mm |
