1953 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1979 Subaru Rex
To start off, 1979 Subaru Rex is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 995 kg more than 1979 Subaru Rex. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Rex. (42 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1979 Subaru Rex | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Subaru |
| Model | Tickford | Rex |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 543 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 1930 mm |
