1951 Austin A 40 vs. 1987 Subaru Rex
To start off, 1987 Subaru Rex is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Austin A 40 (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1987 Subaru Rex. (31 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Austin A 40 should accelerate faster than 1987 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 40 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1987 Subaru Rex. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 Austin A 40 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 1951 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1951 Austin A 40 (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Subaru Rex. (43 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1951 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A 40 | 1987 Subaru Rex | |
| Make | Austin | Subaru |
| Model | A 40 | Rex |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 60 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2260 mm |
