1958 Ford Zodiac 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 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,550 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ford Zodiac (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ford Zodiac should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 657 kg more than 1979 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, 1958 Ford Zodiac (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Rex. (42 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Zodiac | 1979 Subaru Rex | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Zodiac | Rex |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2550 cc | 543 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 1930 mm |
