1954 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1976 Subaru Rex
To start off, 1976 Subaru Rex is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin-Healey 100 (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1976 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 1976 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin-Healey 100 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1976 Subaru Rex. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1954 Austin-Healey 100 (144 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Subaru Rex. (38 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1954 Austin-Healey 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin-Healey 100 | 1976 Subaru Rex | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Subaru |
Model | 100 | Rex |
Year Released | 1954 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 38 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 1930 mm |