1953 Plymouth Cambridge vs. 1982 Subaru Rex
To start off, 1982 Subaru Rex is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Plymouth Cambridge. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Plymouth Cambridge would be higher. At 3,569 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Plymouth Cambridge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Plymouth Cambridge (97 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1982 Subaru Rex. (36 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Plymouth Cambridge should accelerate faster than 1982 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Plymouth Cambridge weights approximately 835 kg more than 1982 Subaru Rex. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Plymouth Cambridge 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 1953 Plymouth Cambridge. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1953 Plymouth Cambridge (237 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Subaru Rex. (54 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1953 Plymouth Cambridge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Plymouth Cambridge | 1982 Subaru Rex | |
| Make | Plymouth | Subaru |
| Model | Cambridge | Rex |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3569 cc | 665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2260 mm |
