1954 Ford Anglia vs. 1977 Subaru Rex
To start off, 1977 Subaru Rex is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 1,170 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Ford Anglia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Ford Anglia (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1977 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Ford Anglia should accelerate faster than 1977 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Ford Anglia weights approximately 205 kg more than 1977 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 Ford Anglia (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Subaru Rex. (39 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1954 Ford Anglia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ford Anglia | 1977 Subaru Rex | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Anglia | Rex |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1170 cc | 490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 1930 mm |
