1958 Fiat 500 vs. 1979 Subaru Rex
To start off, 1979 Subaru Rex is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 543 cc (2 cylinders), 1979 Subaru Rex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Subaru Rex (29 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Subaru Rex should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Subaru Rex weights approximately 65 kg more than 1958 Fiat 500. 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, 1979 Subaru Rex (42 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1979 Subaru Rex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Fiat 500 | 1979 Subaru Rex | |
Make | Fiat | Subaru |
Model | 500 | Rex |
Year Released | 1958 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 543 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 14 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 24 Nm | 42 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |