1958 Austin A 35 vs. 1976 Subaru Rex
To start off, 1976 Subaru Rex is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 948 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Austin A 35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Austin A 35 (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1976 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin A 35 should accelerate faster than 1976 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin A 35 weights approximately 155 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Austin A 35 (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Subaru Rex. (38 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1958 Austin A 35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A 35 | 1976 Subaru Rex | |
| Make | Austin | Subaru |
| Model | A 35 | Rex |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 38 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 1930 mm |
